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Join us as we take a tour of 627 English Avenue, learn the history from Victoria Lemos from Archive Atlanta, and create public art.About this Event
Uncover a hidden piece of Atlanta's civil rights history.
Stand in the footprint of the former English Avenue School at 627 English Avenue, a site bombed in the 1960s after residents peacefully protested segregation.
What to Expect:
- Expert-Led Tour: Explore the historic neighborhhood with guest speaker Victoria Lemos of Archive Atlanta.
- Public Art Workshop: Design and create your own stencil to leave a mark for community remembrance and public expression.
Join us to remember, reflect, and create.
Meet Me on the Sidewalk is a public program from Made for Belonging, an independent research studio exploring how built environments, systems, and communities shape belonging.
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Gather + Introductions
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
History of the Neighborhood with Victoria Lemos from Archive Atlanta
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Art Making + Share
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Close Out + Next Steps
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Event venue & nearby stays
627 English Ave NW, 627 English Avenue Northwest, Atlanta, United States
Tickets
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