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Art of Architecture: Bridging Futures
October 19 @ 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
With the iconic Ralph Wilson Park Bridge slated to be installed over the most traveled section of Buffalo highway, the I-190 in October 2024, the Ralph Wilson Park Conservancy, in partnership with the Buffalo AKG will celebrate the pivotal role of architecture and infrastructure investments in shaping vibrant cities that lead to better, stronger communities. Our panelists, comprised of architects, designers, and community leaders, will share their insights and visions for creating sustainable, creative, inclusive urban environments through thoughtful design and strategic investment.
TIME: Panel from 10:30am – 12pm in the Lipsey Auditorium at the Buffalo AKG, light reception immediately following on the Sculpture Terrace. Doors open at 10am.
The panel and reception are both free and open to the public.
Registration is requested here.
Panelists include:
*Michael Van Valkenburgh, Partner, Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates
*Janne Siren, Peggy Pierce Elfvin Director, Buffalo AKG
*Michael Stein, Managing Director, schlaich bergermann partner
*J.J. Tighe, Senior Director, Parks and Trails, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation
*Keiah Shauku, Director of Community Engagement, Buffalo AKG
*Moderated by Katie Campos, Executive Director, Ralph Wilson Park Conservancy
*Welcoming Remarks by Mary Wilson, Life Trustee, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation
Questions about this event? Contact the Ralph Wilson Park Conservancy at info@RWParkBuffalo.org. Wondering what else is happening at Ralph Wilson Park? Check out our recent updates here!
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Many thanks to our partners for supporting the Ralph Wilson Park Bridge Programming:
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation