Park[ing] Day LA

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WHAT IS PARK[ING] DAY?

Imagine turning a metered parking space into a park. In 2005 a small group out of San Francisco called Rebar, did just that. Rebar opened eyes worldwide with their comment on the lack of quality open space in American cities. Their goal was to reclaim parking spaces and streets for people to rest, relax and play while:

· Promoting a critical dialogue among artists, designers, activists, residents, corporations, and government regarding the need for urban open space and the way in which streets are currently used.

· Energizing civic life by questioning basic assumptions about urban space while offering provocative and meaningful alternatives.

· Connecting artists, designers, and activists with ways to permanently reclaim the street for people.

Here in Los Angeles, a diverse group of committed professionals have been inspired by this idea and came together in 2007 bringing Park(ing) Day to Los Angeles. These artists will be back again on September 17, 2010 to bring a Park(ing) Space to a street near you. In the spirit of Rebar’s goals, our mission is to reclaim public space over-occupied by parking spaces for parks and people.


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