Join like-minded, creative teens from the Chicago Area to envision positive community change! Over the course of this workshop series, participants will be guided through the entire design process and will re-design a local empty lot. Students will gain hands-on experience developing drawings, collages, and models and will receive a $150 stipend for their participation.

Details:

• Wednesdays and Saturdays; May 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29

• Wednesdays 4:30 - 6:30pm; Saturdays 10:00am - 12:00pm

• Open to: Chicago Area 8th-12th graders

• Topics covered: Architecture, Urban Planning, Public Interest Design

• Values covered: Human-Centered Design, Sustainability, Community Health

• Cost: FREE! Each participant will receive a $150 stipend.
  This program is supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, Innovation 80, and Turf Design.