Placemaking Weekend in Philadelphia
May 31-June 2, 2024
PlacemakingUS welcomes you to our Placemaking Weekend happening across the vibrant squares, parks, districts and neighborhoods of one of the country's most lovely cities. At a time when so many urban neighborhoods are suffering, Philadelphia provides numerous positive examples of lively public spaces and activated corridors to inspire municipal mavericks, place managers and city-lovers.
📅 Schedule:
Thursday, May 30th
Evening Happy Hour Welcome with Community Engagement Firm
Friday, May 31st
Riverfront Tour - Historic BID Visit - Architectural Tour of Public Place
Saturday, June 1st
Linear Park Tour - Neighborhood Walk - Urbanist Think Tank - Artist Tour - Urbanist Tour
Sunday, June 2nd
Youth-Engaged Spaces including Nature-Based Playscape
Thursday, May 30th
Evening Happy Hour Welcome with Community Engagement Firm
Friday, May 31st
Riverfront Tour - Historic BID Visit - Architectural Tour of Public Place
Saturday, June 1st
Linear Park Tour - Neighborhood Walk - Urbanist Think Tank - Artist Tour - Urbanist Tour
Sunday, June 2nd
Youth-Engaged Spaces including Nature-Based Playscape
🏙️ Featured Visits Include:
Lively Squares, Parks and Districts: We'll visit with on-the-ground experts responsible for revitalizing and managing a variety of public spaces in Philly to learn about the DNA of a great place: how to build them and sustain them through great practices.
Lively Squares, Parks and Districts: We'll visit with on-the-ground experts responsible for revitalizing and managing a variety of public spaces in Philly to learn about the DNA of a great place: how to build them and sustain them through great practices.
Studio Visits and Project Sites: We'll be spending time with some of the talented professionals who are bringing Philadelphia projects to life with a variety of studio and project site visits to learn from the experts in-place.
Exploring Historical and Creative Contexts: Journey into how Philadelphia's rich history and vibrant culture shape its public spaces. Discover the seamless integration of historic landmarks and modern creative takes on placemaking, enrich community identity and engagement.
🌿 What to Expect?
🌟 Why Attend?
Placemaking Weekend is more than just an event; it’s a learning gathering that empowers communities to create vibrant and interconnected public spaces. It’s an opportunity to:
📝 Join Us!
Be part of this transformative experience and help us in our mission to create better places. Let’s explore, learn, and shape the future of our communities together!
- Interactive Tours & Meetups: Engage in active learning discussions and bond with fellow placemakers.
- Hands-on Workshops: Develop practical skills and broaden your perspectives in placemaking.
- Neighborhood Variety: We'll explore various neighborhood types and scales to get a wide breadth of experiences.
- Wrap-up Discussion: Reflect on the learned experiences and discuss applications.
🌟 Why Attend?
Placemaking Weekend is more than just an event; it’s a learning gathering that empowers communities to create vibrant and interconnected public spaces. It’s an opportunity to:
- Learn from great places and provide fresh perspectives relevant to your revitalization efforts and place management strategies.
- Develop practical skills and knowledge in placemaking with city life.
- Network with like-minded individuals and professionals across many areas of expertise.
- Contribute to creating sustainable public spaces that benefit everyone in the community.
📝 Join Us!
Be part of this transformative experience and help us in our mission to create better places. Let’s explore, learn, and shape the future of our communities together!
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Meet our Local Coordinating Partner, Lili RaziLili Razi, MMSc, is a dynamic professional with dual Master's degrees. One is in Public Affairs, specializing in Community Development, and the other is in Urban Design. Leveraging her extensive expertise in architecture, urban design, and community development, she is driven by a profound commitment to cultivating vibrant communities through innovative approaches. Her professional interests are diverse, from integrating public art to her dedication to capacity-building techniques, including graphic recording and community facilitation.
Currently, Lili holds the position of Economic Development Coordinator at the Old City District, Philadelphia, where she plays a role in shaping and advancing the district's economic development and policy initiatives. In addition, she serves as a Project Manager Assistant at Mural Arts Philadelphia, further enriching her contributions to community development and artistic endeavors. |
