The wildlife corridor along the lakefront showcases the beauty and importance of the surrounding natural habitat. It serves as a space for reflection and cultural exchange within the community. This idea of looking back and reclaiming what is essential for a sustainable future aligns with the mission of the Burnham Wildlife Corridor Curatorial Committee, the Chicago Park District, and The Field Museum in their efforts to restore these natural habitats..
As a new resurgence of art and culture continues to emerge in Bronzeville, the creation of the?Sankofa for the Earth? The site will become a signature moment that symbolizes a new renaissance of creativity and community arts engagement on the south side.
Today's Creative Conversation is with Arlene Turner Crawford, who is serving as Project Manager, overseeing planning timetables, logistics, and budget; Park District & Field Museum liaison; painter, mosaic artist.
Raymond A. Thomas, Construction Manager, oversees the construction of sculptural components and serves as a liaison with community organizations and youth volunteers. He is also an IT specialist, painter, mosaic artist, and supervisor for the installation team.
Investigation: What does it mean to exhibit in temporary installation spaces outside of museums? What are the unanticipated impacts? Why are functionality and beauty key concepts in your proposed work, **Gathering Spaces: An Intersection Between Culture and Nature?
The wildlife corridor along the lakefront highlights the beauty and importance of the surrounding natural habitat. It serves as a space for reflection and cultural exchange within the community. This concept of looking back and reclaiming essential elements for a sustainable future aligns with the mission of the Burnham Wildlife Corridor Curatorial Committee, the Chicago Park District, and The Field Museum in their efforts to restore these natural habitats.
As a new resurgence of art and culture continues to emerge in Bronzeville, the creation of "Sankofa for the Earth" will symbolize a significant moment of creativity and community arts engagement on the South Side.
Today’s creative conversation features Arlene Turner Crawford, who serves as Project Manager. She oversees planning timelines, logistics, and budgets and acts as the liaison between the Park District and The Field Museum. She is also a painter and mosaic artist.
Dorian Sylvain, the Design Manager, provides technical drawings and plans, design layouts, and oversees the installation team. He is also a painter and mosaic artist.
Raymond A. Thomas, the Construction Manager, supervises the building of sculptural components, acts as the liaison for community organizations and youth volunteers, and is an IT specialist, painter, mosaic artist, and part of the installation supervision team.
**Investigation**: What does it mean to exhibit in temporary installation spaces outside the museum? What are the unanticipated impacts? Why are the concepts of functionality and beauty major principles in your proposed work?
