10 Design-Oriented American Small Towns

Small towns can be impeccably charming, easily winning over visitors with walkable historic districts, eclectic art galleries and chic boutiques. Some small towns take it to another level with eye-pleasing design elements, from public art and sculptures to historic architecture that’s been diligently preserved. Once-famous theaters, roadside motels and railroad depots today gleam and tell the stories of year’s gone by. Here are 10 small towns in the US — all with populations under 25,000 — that will inspire visitors with architecture, design and abundant creativity.