"Just sharing this free
event Arlington Economic Development is hosting on Wed., Oct. 3 from 6-8 pm at
Artisphere (1101 Wilson Blvd) - should be very interesting & a nice chance
to visit Artisphere if you haven't already. A brief description is below; click
here for more info & to register.
The Artisphere exhibition “Beyond the Parking Lot: The Change and Re-assessment of our Modern Landscape” has generated plenty of media attention locally and nationwide for its unique perspective. “Each piece could be centerpiece for a devoted exhibition,” reviewed the Huffington Post. “The artists assembled are nailing down the point that our society, built as it was around the automobile, is beginning to show wear, at least in terms of its infrastructure and environment. Dyed-in-the-wool urbanists may already know the answer to this show’s question — are parking lots bad? — but even they might appreciate a demonstration that looks beyond charts and graphs” noted the Washington City Paper.
The Artisphere exhibition “Beyond the Parking Lot: The Change and Re-assessment of our Modern Landscape” has generated plenty of media attention locally and nationwide for its unique perspective. “Each piece could be centerpiece for a devoted exhibition,” reviewed the Huffington Post. “The artists assembled are nailing down the point that our society, built as it was around the automobile, is beginning to show wear, at least in terms of its infrastructure and environment. Dyed-in-the-wool urbanists may already know the answer to this show’s question — are parking lots bad? — but even they might appreciate a demonstration that looks beyond charts and graphs” noted the Washington City Paper.
Now, those who want to learn more about this unique exhibit and the
ramifications of urban revitalization can do so with “Placemaking and
Revitalizing Neighborhoods: Going ‘Beyond the Parking Lot’” After a
tour of the exhibition with Artisphere’s curator Cynthia Connolly, attendees
will hear from Joe Schilling, a professor with the Urban Affairs and Planning
department at Virginia Tech, who will offer commentary on the exhibit and
provide context on how communities are confronting the design, planning, and
policy tensions in regenerating neighborhoods and transforming derelict
buildings and spaces. Schilling will also share some of his photographs and
reflect on his experience working with nonprofits, local officials, and
community groups. A reception will follow. Learn more about the exhibit."
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