About This Project
Summary
In collaboration with local artists, we led a two-year, arts-based engagement process to co-create a Concept Plan for a new 35-acre park in Petaluma, CA—informing programs, operations, and design. We engaged 5,000+ residents, centering marginalized communities (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, disabled, immigrant) through murals, poetry, music, and a bilingual coloring book. Findings were shared back through original artworks, including a mural, music video, performances, and exhibitions.
Goals & Objectives
Create culturally responsive, arts-based engagement experiences for community-led park planning Center historically marginalized communities (BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, disabled, immigrant) in shaping the Concept Plan Create original artworks to share back collected data and uplift community voice in design
Results & Impact
Engaged 5,000+ residents in co-creating the Petaluma River Park Concept Plan. 12 community priorities emerged, shaping future programs, operations, and design. Findings were shared back through original public artworks that built trust, visibility, and lasting community stewardship.
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