The document discusses the need for redefining culture to be more inclusive and accessible, emphasizing that culture should involve participation rather than mere observation. It highlights the importance of public spaces like parks and Governors Island in fostering creativity and play for all ages, encouraging communal experiences. The key takeaway is that arts and culture should be approachable, allowing everyone to contribute and enjoy in a relaxed environment.

1. Creating shared public spaces for
art and play:
Lessons learned from Governors Island,
New York

2. How have we defined “culture”?

3. Culture is in a Box.

6. Culture is for spectators.

10. Culture needs an appointment.

11. Or at least a ticket.

12. And what is the role of parks?

13. Parks are for passive recreation.

15. Or active recreation.

17. Parks may allow “programming.”

18. But what does the public say?

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Culture is everything.

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27. Including food.

31. New Island Festival
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Make art approachable.

35. Which is easier outdoors.

36. Children need to play.

37. And express themselves.

38. 38So do adults.

40. Even better together.

41. Culture can be created by anyone.

46. Including the “audience”.

50. It’s social.

52. Even with strangers.

53. Public spaces should let you relax.

55. And alleviate stress of urban life.

57. Opera houses should as well.

58. Created by and for New Yorkers,

59. shared space for art and play.
Governors Island is NYC’s

60. (and lessons learned.)
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