Rethinking Urban Parks: Public Space and Cultural Diversity by Dana Taplin (Engl

Description: Rethinking Urban Parks by Dana Taplin, Setha M. Low, Suzanne Scheld A study of five major urban parks, including New Yorks Prospect Park and Philadelphias Independence National Historical Park, that offers a blueprint for promoting and maintaining cultural diversity in parks around the world. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Urban parks such as New York Citys Central Park provide vital public spaces where city dwellers of all races and classes can mingle safely while enjoying a variety of recreations. By coming together in these relaxed settings, different groups become comfortable with each other, thereby strengthening their communities and the democratic fabric of society. But just the opposite happens when, by design or in ignorance, parks are made inhospitable to certain groups of people. This pathfinding book argues that cultural diversity should be a key goal in designing and maintaining urban parks. Using case studies of New York Citys Prospect Park, Orchard Beach in Pelham Bay Park, and Jacob Riis Park in the Gateway National Recreation Area, as well as New Yorks Ellis Island Bridge Proposal and Philadelphias Independence National Historical Park, the authors identify specific ways to promote, maintain, and manage cultural diversity in urban parks.They also uncover the factors that can limit park use, including historical interpretive materials that ignore the contributions of different ethnic groups, high entrance or access fees, park usage rules that restrict ethnic activities, and park "restorations" that focus only on historical or aesthetic values.With the wealth of data in this book, urban planners, park professionals, and all concerned citizens will have the tools to create and maintain public parks that serve the needs and interests of all the public. Notes A study of five major urban parks, including New Yorks Prospect Park and Philadelphias Independence National Historical Park, that offers a blueprint for promoting and maintaining cultural diversity in parks around the world. Author Biography Setha Low is Professor of Environmental Psychology and Anthropology and Director of the Public Space Research Group at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York. Dana Taplin is Codirector of the Public Space Research Group at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York, as well as Adjunct Professor of Environmental Studies at Pace University and Visiting Assistant Professor of Interior Design at the Pratt Institute. Suzanne Scheld is Assistant Professor of Anthropology at California State University, Northridge. Table of Contents Acknowledgments Chapter 1. The Cultural Life of Large Urban Spaces Chapter 2. Urban Parks: History and Social Context Chapter 3. Prospect Park: Diversity at Risk Chapter 4. The Ellis Island Bridge Proposal: Cultural Values, Park Access, and Economics Chapter 5. Jacob Riis Park: Conflicts in the Use of a Historical Landscape Chapter 6. Orchard Beach in Pelham Bay Park: Parks and Symbolic Expression Chapter 7. Independence National Historical Park: Recapturing Erased Histories Chapter 8. Anthropological Methods for Assessing Cultural Values Chapter 9. Conclusion: Lessons on Culture and Diversity Notes References Cited Index Promotional A study of five major urban parks, including New Yorks Prospect Park and Philadelphias Independence National Historical Park, that offers a blueprint for promoting and maintaining cultural diversity in parks around the world. Long Description Urban parks such as New York Citys Central Park provide vital public spaces where city dwellers of all races and classes can mingle safely while enjoying a variety of recreations. By coming together in these relaxed settings, different groups become comfortable with each other, thereby strengthening their communities and the democratic fabric of society. But just the opposite happens when, by design or in ignorance, parks are made inhospitable to certain groups of people.This pathfinding book argues that cultural diversity should be a key goal in designing and maintaining urban parks. Using case studies of New York Citys Prospect Park, Orchard Beach in Pelham Bay Park, and Jacob Riis Park in the Gateway National Recreation Area, as well as New Yorks Ellis Island Bridge Proposal and Philadelphias Independence National Historical Park, the authors identify specific ways to promote, maintain, and manage cultural diversity in urban parks. They also uncover the factors that can limit park use, including historical interpretive materials that ignore the contributions of different ethnic groups, high entrance or access fees, park usage rules that restrict ethnic activities, and park "restorations" that focus only on historical or aesthetic values. With the wealth of data in this book, urban planners, park professionals, and all concerned citizens will have the tools to create and maintain public parks that serve the needs and interests of all the public. Promotional "Headline" A study of five major urban parks, including New Yorks Prospect Park and Philadelphias Independence National Historical Park, that offers a blueprint for promoting and maintaining cultural diversity in parks around the world. Details ISBN0292712545 Author Suzanne Scheld Short Title RETHINKING URBAN PARKS Publisher University of Texas Press Language English ISBN-10 0292712545 ISBN-13 9780292712546 Media Book Format Paperback Illustrations Yes Year 2005 Imprint University of Texas Press Subtitle Public Space and Cultural Diversity Place of Publication Austin, TX Country of Publication United States UK Release Date 2005-11-01 AU Release Date 2005-11-01 NZ Release Date 2005-11-01 US Release Date 2005-11-01 Edited by Imelda Whelehan Birth 1962 Affiliation Consultant Cardiologist, Golden Jubilee National Hospital, Glasgow, UK Position Reader in International Commercial Law Qualifications M.D., Ph.D. Pages 240 Publication Date 2005-11-01 Alternative 9780292706859 DEWEY 307.14160973 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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