‘The Wishing Bench’ captures generational connections and Lawrence history | UDK
By Paul Samberg on November 19, 2020 Two strangers sit next to each other on “The Wishing Bench,” waiting for a bus to never come. As their journey begins, so … [more]
Category: East 9th Street Project
After yearslong effort, East Ninth Street public art project to hold scattered, outdoor party to celebrate its completion | LJW
By Rochelle Valverde on October 2, 2020 A public art project that once divided neighbors is now hoping that the culmination of the long-running effort can bring the whole community … [more]
Outdoor Art Experiences Abound This Weekend at the ELNA Block Party + Rebuilding East Ninth Final Event
Image from the East Lawrence Family Tree project by Matthew Lord. This Saturday, October 3, the East Lawrence Neighborhood Association is teaming up with the Rebuilding East Ninth Together project … [more]
Short film about East Lawrence history and iconic Wishing Bench will premiere this week | LJW
By Lauren Fox on September 26, 2020 A short film featuring the mysterious and iconic East Lawrence Wishing Bench will premiere this week in the neighborhood that gave the film … [more]
ELNA + E9th Fall Event – SAVE THE DATE!
The Rebuilding East Lawrence project team is pleased to invite you to the final event! We are psyched to partner with ELNA and their Annual Block Party to create one … [more]
HANG12 Encourages Creative Exchange with New ArtBox
Students participating in the HANG12 program have designed a new way for creative spirits to stay connected while keeping a healthy distance. Similar to Lawrence’s Little Free Libraries, HANG12 has … [more]
9th Street Project Updates
Here is what we know is happening right now! Below, you will find updates from Natives Now, Yarn It Forward, Songs & Stories, and the Hang 12 Youth Corps Art … [more]
9th Street Project Updates!
East 9th Street Mural by Mona Cliff, 1045 Pennsylvania St. Like the talented creatives they are, many East 9th Street … [more]
City of Lawrence Strategic Planning
Lawrence is a unique city where the arts are for everyone. Make sure this continues by attending a public strategic planning session. Let our leaders know what you want for … [more]
East Ninth art project awards $1,000 each to five youth projects, including a ballet, sculpture and music album | LJW
By Rochelle Valverde on December 30, 2019 A contemporary ballet, a plastic waste sculpture and a music album are some of the works that young artists will contribute to the … [more]