PlacemakingUS Weekends -  Interest Form

PlacemakingUS is a national network dedicated to empowering communities in creating vibrant and interconnected public spaces through placemaking initiatives. Our PlacemakingUS Weekends program serves as an experiential learning opportunity for placemakers to explore different placemaking themes in the field. The program offers hands-on workshops, tours, meetups, active learning discussions, and excursions to foster collaboration, broaden perspectives, and develop practical skills. PlacemakingUS Weekends aims to create a fun and informative adventure, enabling participants to contribute to the creation of vibrant and sustainable public spaces that benefit everyone in the community.
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We are seeking proposals from communities interested in hosting a PlacemakingUS Weekend:
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PlacemakingUS is thrilled to announce that we are now accepting proposals from communities interested in hosting a PlacemakingUS Weekend. This is a remarkable opportunity for communities to showcase their placemaking initiatives, engage with experienced placemakers, and gain valuable insights to enhance their public spaces. By hosting a PlacemakingUS Weekend, your community will have the chance to learn from other successful placemaking projects, develop relationships with experts and community leaders, and create a comprehensive plan to improve your public spaces. We encourage communities to submit their proposals and take advantage of this unique platform to foster inclusivity, sustainability, and vibrancy in your local area. 

​Here cities and communities want to host a PlacemakingUS Weekend:

• Showcase local placemaking achievements
• Bring together local placemakers and community leaders
• Foster inclusive and world-aware placemaking
• Enhance community engagement and participation
• Hands-on experience tackling a real
• Read our New Orleans case study

Here is what to expect from a PlacemakingUS Weekend:

• Engaging workshops, tours, and meetups
• Active learning discussions and knowledge sharing
• Excursions to visit placemaking projects
• Collaboration with experienced placemakers
• Hands-on experience working on real-life placemaking projects
• Broadening perspectives through diverse expertise and fresh insights
• Networking opportunities with fellow placemakers
• Fun and informative adventure in a supportive environment
• Read our Portland, Oregon and Flint, Michigan case studies