ABSTRACT
Small cities are increasingly facing similar challenges to their larger counterparts, but often without the resources or know-how to deal with them. This requires creative solutions to put these places on the map and attract residents, visitors, and investment. How can small cities put themselves on the global map? They often lack the muscle and influence of their larger neighbours, although they struggle with the same challenges. We argue that the adoption of more strategic, holistic placemaking strategies that engage all stakeholders can be a successful alternative to copying the big players. This chapter reviews the place of the small city in the contemporary urban field and sketches the challenges and opportunities they face.
