For singer/artist Kurt Swinghammer, it was “really sweet.”

For photographer Charles Vandersluys, he was “pretty excited.”

For the late Michael Madden, it was recognition for a lifetime in Niagara Falls theatre.

Each of them — along with Niagara Falls architect firm Raimondo & Associates — have left their mark on this city, and on Thursday they all joined the Niagara Falls Arts & Culture Wall of Fame.

“Haven’t we come a long way?” asked Mayor Jim Diodati during an induction ceremony held at the Niagara Falls Exchange. “It’s about time we finally start recognizing the incredible arts and culture that this city creates.

“When you look at that Arts & Culture Wall of Fame, you realize, man, we’ve had some serious talent come out of this town.”

Madden’s induction offered the night’s most p

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