The abandoned Star Market in Somerville has been vacant since 2008 and is poised for future development. A local artist has engaged the property creatively, painting over faded letters to spell 'RAT,' accompanied by a striking image of a rat wearing a cap and overalls, complete with a paint roller. This artwork appeared just before the Rat City Arts Festival, drawing attention to the neglected state of the market. Despite plans for new buildings, there is no confirmed timeline for the project's construction, leaving the area in limbo.
The local artist transformed the long-abandoned Star Market in Somerville with art featuring a rat wearing a cap and overalls, adding a vibrant touch to the vacant property.
The artist's work fills in the faded lettering on the building to read 'RAT,' with a detailed image of a rat appearing to complete the final letter.
While the area is set for new development, locals are left with no timeline for construction, highlighting the enduring vacancy of the Star Market since 2008.
With windows boarded up and a chain-link fence enclosing the market, the area remains stagnant as the artist brings attention to the empty storefront before a local arts festival.
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