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Pike Place Market is the center of a vibrant and historic Seattle neighborhood

Carol Binder, Leading Pike Place Into Its Next 100 Years

By Megan MacIver on Aug 11, 2010 | 1 Comment

Known as the “Soul of Seattle,” Pike Place Market draws more than 10 million visitors each year to its colorful stalls and lively streets, making it one of the most frequently visited destinations in all of Washington State.  Founded in 1907, Pike Place is much more than a market and stands at the center [...]

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The National Trust and PPS will help Tupelo balance modes of transportaion in their downtown.

Tupelo, MS to Get a Dose of Placemaking

By Tom Peyton on Aug 10, 2010 | 9 Comments

It’s official!  Downtown Tupelo Main Street Association will be the site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and Project for Public Spaces’ Placemaking Demonstration Project.  A team of placemakers from the Trust’s National Main Street Center and PPS will travel to Tupelo to help this community capitalize on the assets that [...]

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Examining a piece from Common Build, a design/build competition part of the event.

Discovering Common Ground through History and the Built Environment

By Megan MacIver on Jul 20, 2010 | 1 Comment

Building community around a deep appreciation of shared history creates the momentum for a strong future, a belief that lies at the heart of PPS’ new partnership with the National Trust. Creating a link between history and the physical environment is also one of the main goals of Common Boston, a free, city-wide [...]

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Placemaking Meets Preservation

By Project for Public Spaces on Jul 15, 2010 | 5 Comments
PPS and the National Trust for Historic Preservation team up to promote a new vision for the future (and past) of American communities

What’s the biggest secret army of placemakers throughout the world?

Historic preservationists. These tireless activists protect historically significant buildings, downtowns, neighborhood districts, parks and even whole landscapes. They are citizens and professionals [...]

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In Northern Italy, Placemaking to Revitalize a Small Town

By Craig Raphael on Jul 13, 2010 | 2 Comments

Originally a Roman settlement dating back to 143 BC and later the site of famous battle during the Napoleonic Wars, Romano Canavese is a picturesque small town approximately 25 miles northeast of Torino (Turin), Italy. Many of the town’s historic buildings are being restored with their original paint colors, and the natural beauty of the [...]

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“Williamsburg Walks” Encourages New Yorkers to Rethink Their Public Space

By Craig Raphael on Jul 12, 2010 | 1 Comment

Street fairs are a regular occurrence in New York City, but rarely do they offer the level of community engagement and outreach than that of Williamsburg Walks. A far cry from funnel cake and tube socks, this year’s event included walking tours, kids activities, music, skillshares and a public art competition. Check it [...]

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Strong Programming and Management Bring Life to Downtown Rochester

By agaidus on Jul 8, 2010 | 1 Comment

Rochester, Minnesota is perhaps best known as the home of the Mayo Clinic, one of the top-rated hospitals in the U.S. that employs nearly 33,000 people and attracts over one million visitors annually to downtown.  As part of a larger effort to guide the growth and vitality of the downtown area and entice visitors and [...]

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Raymond Avenue before improvements were made.

Placemaking on America’s Historic Main Streets

By Craig Raphael on Jul 1, 2010 | 5 Comments

In honor of our new partnership with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, PPS is revisiting a body of project work impacting historic places. Last week we looked at historic train stations and public markets; today we’ll examine historic main streets.

The traditional Main Street is one of the most iconic images of America. With [...]

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National Trust for Historic Preservation and PPS Partner to Create More Livable Communities

By Craig Raphael on Jun 22, 2010 | Add Comment

PPS is pleased to formally announce our new partnership with the National Trust. The full press release follows below; for questions about the partnership, please contact Steve Davies.

Washington, DC (June 22, 2010)–The National Trust for Historic Preservation and Project for Public Spaces (PPS) are partnering to enrich towns and cities across the country [...]

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The Atlantic Antic in Brooklyn is one of the sole New York street fairs today that truly reflect the local community.

Reimagining New York City’s Street Fairs as Community Showcases

By Craig Raphael on Jun 21, 2010 | 1 Comment

The street fair is a hallmark of summer and a powerful means of inviting people to share the city’s most ubiquitous public space. But for most New Yorkers, the sight of fried dough and Italian sausage carts inspire little more than an eye-roll and a step in the opposite direction. Once vibrant gathering places that [...]

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Circling the Square: A First-Hand Account of Placemaking in Action

By Craig Raphael on Jun 2, 2010 | Add Comment

PPS works with thousands of people every year to help them improve their communities, and one of our most powerful tools is the place game. A short survey used to evaluate public spaces based on four criteria–access and linkages, uses and activities, comfort and image, and sociability–the place game generates valuable insights about how to [...]

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The 1784 plan of Pittsburgh, with Market Square clearly visible at the center

New Designs for the Ever-Evolving Heart of Pittsburgh: Market Square

By Craig Raphael on May 4, 2010 | 2 Comments

Market Square is a unique jewel situated at the center of the business and cultural districts in downtown Pittsburgh. The square has played a central role in Pittsburgh’s history, once housing the Alleghany County Courthouse and the “Diamond Market,”  the largest city market to which Pittsburgh residents came to shop, eat, and even roller skate on the top floor, [...]

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