Welcome to the Center for the Living City

Inspired by the work of Jane Jacobs, the Center for the Living City’s purpose is to enhance our understanding of the complexity of contemporary urban life and through it, promote increased civic engagement of citizens who care deeply for their communities. Through generative portals including symposia, exhibitions, fellowships, workshops, and publications, individuals and organizations can connect with others addressing the interrelated issues of economies, ecologies, society and city building. Please visit our growing website often, as well as our sister organization in Toronto, The Centre for City Ecology at www.janeswalk.net to learn more.

Welcome to Jane’s Walk USA!

This year the Center for the Living City is coordinating the successful Jane’s Walk program throughout the United States on May 2nd and 3rd. Linked in spirit and purpose with our sister organization The Centre for City Ecology in Toronto, we hope to enlist participation in as many cities, and in as many neighborhoods as we possibly can. Whether you’re a local activist, a community gardener, politician, preservationist or a simply a citizen who loves your community, participating in or conducting a Jane’s Walk may be a great way for you to celebrate places you love and the legacy of Jane Jacobs. For more information go to www.janeswalkusa.org.

Stephen Goldsmith, Director
Center for the Living City