For those interested in town planning and intentional communities, Columbia's layout and village centers preserve a good deal of James Rouse's 1960s-era vision of a diverse and harmonious setting open to residents of all backgrounds. Harper's Choice Village Center and Wilde Lake Village Center which was the first to be built have interesting small shops and public spaces. The Maryland Museum of African Art is located downtown off Route 175, and the Columbia Art Center gallery is located in Long Reach.
