Brady Public Humanities Archive
Search results for 'Community Center'
Healing Community Mural
his project brought together local artists and residents to design and paint a mural that reflects the neighborhood’s resilience after the pandemic. The mural incorporates cultural motifs, symbols of unity, and narratives contributed by participants during community workshops. The mural serves as both a healing initiative and a permanent piece of public art that strengthens community identity.
Pegasus Garden
Pegasus Garden emerged from a community-driven initiative to reclaim a vacant lot, previously a site of illegal activities, and transform it into a vibrant communal space. Spearheaded by local resident Jennifer Grau, the project aimed to signal a connected, vibrant, and caring community. The garden features: A free book library, a tool shed for communal use raised garden beds, accessible to individuals in wheelchairs, spaces for campfires, potlucks, neighborhood meetings, youth activities, and free community concerts
Le Hasard Ludique (Petite Ceinture)
Le Hasard Ludique is a cultural venue and community hub located in a renovated station along the disused Petite Ceinture railway in the 18th arrondissement. Opened in 2017, it includes a bar-restaurant, event space for concerts and workshops, and an outdoor platform that doubles as a terrace. The surrounding section of the Petite Ceinture has been landscaped and opened to pedestrians, creating a linear green walkway. By blending creative programming with the adaptive reuse of historical infrastructure, Le Hasard Ludique is a prime example of community-led placemaking in Paris.
Puente de Colores
Located in the San Cristóbal de los Ángeles neighborhood, this project transformed an underutilized space beneath an overpass into a vibrant cultural hub. Initiated in 2012, it features colorful murals, community gardens, and hosts various educational and cultural activities, including art exhibitions and performances.
La REcyclerie
La REcyclerie is a community-oriented space located in a repurposed train station on the disused “Petite Ceinture” railway in the 18th arrondissement of Paris. It functions as a café-restaurant, repair workshop, and urban farm, promoting sustainability and circular economy principles. Visitors can learn about composting, urban gardening, and upcycling through regular workshops, making La REcyclerie a hotspot for green placemaking in a dense urban area. Project link: https://www.larecyclerie.com/
Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary
For many years, the elephants have to work for the human. Most of them working in the high-density population and traffic area, that make elephants more stress and frightening. To safe the elephant from living with fear, we aimed to bring elephant back to their home in naturally remote area and living there peacefully.
Khao San Road
"Khao San" translates as "milled rice", is a short street in central Bangkok, Thailand indicating its history as the street was a major rice market in Bangkok. In the last 40 years, the road has developed into a world-famous "backpacker ghetto", offering cheap accommodations. As said by Anders Sørensen (Annals of Tourism Research): "In this small area one can observe the interactions and groupings of disparate characters such as un-educated young Westerners on extended leave from affluent society, high school graduates on gap year travels, Israelis fresh out of military service, university students on holiday or sabbatical leave, young Japanese in rite-of-passage attire, ordinary holidaymakers, (ex-) volunteers from various organizations, and the like."
Crocodylus Park
Founded by Darwin based world-renowned crocodile biologist Professor Grahame Webb, Crocodylus Park is Home to hundreds of crocodiles, exotic and native wildlife, a museum, jumping croc cruise and more. To empower humanity to better conserve wildlife, a fundamental perquisite is to value and respect both wildlife and the people who share their daily lives with them. Those best suited to apply stewardship in rural areas. Crocodylus Park is committed to educating the public about wildlife and its many positive values.” Crocodylus Park have been involved in Crocodile research in the Northern Territory and Worldwide. As an employer and supporter of sustainable use in remote locations and the Northern Territory, supporting the livelihoods of rural people are a part of our values.
L'Hemisfèric
L'Hemisfèric is an iconic architectural landmark located in the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, Spain. Designed by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava, it was inaugurated in 1998 as the first building in the cultural complex. Shaped like a giant eye, L’Hemisfèric symbolizes the eye of knowledge and features a remarkable retractable roof that opens and closes like an eyelid. The structure houses a planetarium, IMAX cinema, and laser projection theater, offering immersive educational and cinematic experiences. The surrounding pool enhances the reflection of the building, creating a mesmerizing visual effect. As one of Valencia’s most striking modern landmarks, L'Hemisfèric attracts visitors with its futuristic design, interactive exhibits, and breathtaking projections, making it a must-see destination for architecture lovers and science enthusiasts alike.
Right Coast Pizza Mural
A mural painted on the side of Right Coast Pizza. It depicts a cartoonish likeness of artist Franky Scaglione, holding a pizza.