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The City of Mesa has been named by Expedia, Inc. as one of the most artistic cities in the United States. The travel company includes Mesa in the large city category, with a population between 350,000 and 1 million, as having a thriving arts community. The Mesa Community College Performing Arts Center is recognized for for offering music, dance, theater and a new art gallery to showcase student art.