Author: Reconnecting to Our Waterways; ArtPlace America; The Kresge Foundation; Walker, Jim

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Summary:

This docuent compiles a quick reference to Creative Placemaking by compiling definitions from several source which include Reconnecting to Our Waterways; ArtPlace America; The Kresge Foundation; and Walker, Jim.

Abstract:

Creative Placemaking is generally understood as the use of arts and culture by diverse partners to strategically shape the physical and social character of a place in order to spur economic development, promote enduring social change and improve the physical environment. These sample documents describe the characteristics of Creative Placemaking, the principles of Creative Placemaking, Creative Placemaking Questions, and Placemaking & Vibrancy. Contributors include ArtPlace America, The Kresge Foundation, and Big Car Executive Director Jim Walker. 

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Categories: Visual Art, Tourism, Public Art, Partnerships, Participation, Economic Impact, Cultural Planning, Cultural Districts, Community Development, Civic Dialogue and Social Change, Accessibility, Access and Equity