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Historic Springfield Immersive Tours
A redesign of a historic neighborhood's guided tours Amanda Marron LIS 7705
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Quick Facts About Historic Springfield
two primary nonprofits
Established in 1869
Springfield Preservation and Revitalization & Springfield Improvement Association & Archives
First of four federally designated historic districts in Jacksonville and the first neighborhood established outside of Downtown Jacksonville
notable public art
Notable architecture
Sesquicentennial Mosaic, Giraffe sculpture, "Welcome to Springfield" mural, Klutho Corners, Mary Dillon Fountain, Springfield Welcome Banners
Colonial Revival, Queen Anne, Victorian, Prairie School, Mediterranean, Bungalow, Dutch Colonial
Notable events & Places
Notable people
Henry J. Klutho, Henrietta Dozier, Ottis Toole Lena & Kate Gould, William B. Barnett Chuck Williams, Arthur D. Stevens
Camp Cuba Libre, Hollywood of the South, Big Jim Steam Whistle, The Drew Mansion Great Jacksonville Fire of 1901
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Missions of SPAR & SIAA
Mission of SPAR
To ensure Historic Springfield is a preferred place to live and do business by leading programs that drive the preservation, revitalization, and balanced growth of our community.
Mission of SIAA
Enhancing the quality of life in Historic Springfield through beautifying its public spaces, providing volunteer service, and educating the community, while preserving its history.
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Project Overview
Purpose
To create an interactive and personable tour program, accessible to all, that can be used to coherently link the pieces of art, history, and placemaking together in Historic Springfield
Why is this needed
Recent self-guided tours rely solely upon the visitors themselves to guide, transport, and try to find pertinent information about the neighborhood
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Proposed Changes
Inclusive & Accessible representation (BIPOC, LGBT+, disabled people) utilizing an Advisory Council and the Visitors Bill of Rights Tour Guides (SPAR Staff and/or resident volunteers) Wayfinding signage Interactivity Sidewalk audits to improve ADA accessibility Alleyway walkability/bikeability improvements Regularly scheduled tours
Listen
Types of Tours
programming choices
Henry J. Klutho Centric History Art & Architecture (separate or combined) Kids Centric Ghost/Spooky (seasonal)
transport choices
Walking Cycling E-Bikes via ArtBikesJax Tour Vehicles, ex: Go Tuk'n or Explore JAX Core ADA-accessible vehicles
target audience
Audiences from varying demographics & diverse backgrounds Residents of Historic Springfield & Jacksonville Tourists and Visitors Duval County Public & Surrounding Schools Families groups
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Funding Sources
Current funding sources
SPAR Community Engagement Budget Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville Cultural Services Grant City of Jacksonville Neighborhoods Matching Grant AARP Community Challenge Grant Donations & Sponsors (adopt-a-wayfinding post)
potential future sources
Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Fund Florida Humanities Jacksonville Historical Society The Community Foundation of Jacksonville Visit Jacksonville
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Community Engagement
Press releases Interviews in local press - text and on air Early access tours for press & partners Easier website access Social Media Engagement Promotion in SPAR newsletter Community Partners Outreach to local schools & youth centers Pamphlets at airport, hotels/short-term rentals TripAdvisor and other tourism sites
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Historic Springfield Immersive Tours
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Historic Springfield Immersive Tours
A redesign of a historic neighborhood's guided tours Amanda Marron LIS 7705
Listen
Quick Facts About Historic Springfield
two primary nonprofits
Established in 1869
Springfield Preservation and Revitalization & Springfield Improvement Association & Archives
First of four federally designated historic districts in Jacksonville and the first neighborhood established outside of Downtown Jacksonville
notable public art
Notable architecture
Sesquicentennial Mosaic, Giraffe sculpture, "Welcome to Springfield" mural, Klutho Corners, Mary Dillon Fountain, Springfield Welcome Banners
Colonial Revival, Queen Anne, Victorian, Prairie School, Mediterranean, Bungalow, Dutch Colonial
Notable events & Places
Notable people
Henry J. Klutho, Henrietta Dozier, Ottis Toole Lena & Kate Gould, William B. Barnett Chuck Williams, Arthur D. Stevens
Camp Cuba Libre, Hollywood of the South, Big Jim Steam Whistle, The Drew Mansion Great Jacksonville Fire of 1901
Listen
Missions of SPAR & SIAA
Mission of SPAR
To ensure Historic Springfield is a preferred place to live and do business by leading programs that drive the preservation, revitalization, and balanced growth of our community.
Mission of SIAA
Enhancing the quality of life in Historic Springfield through beautifying its public spaces, providing volunteer service, and educating the community, while preserving its history.
Listen
Project Overview
Purpose
To create an interactive and personable tour program, accessible to all, that can be used to coherently link the pieces of art, history, and placemaking together in Historic Springfield
Why is this needed
Recent self-guided tours rely solely upon the visitors themselves to guide, transport, and try to find pertinent information about the neighborhood
Listen
Proposed Changes
Inclusive & Accessible representation (BIPOC, LGBT+, disabled people) utilizing an Advisory Council and the Visitors Bill of Rights Tour Guides (SPAR Staff and/or resident volunteers) Wayfinding signage Interactivity Sidewalk audits to improve ADA accessibility Alleyway walkability/bikeability improvements Regularly scheduled tours
Listen
Types of Tours
programming choices
Henry J. Klutho Centric History Art & Architecture (separate or combined) Kids Centric Ghost/Spooky (seasonal)
transport choices
Walking Cycling E-Bikes via ArtBikesJax Tour Vehicles, ex: Go Tuk'n or Explore JAX Core ADA-accessible vehicles
target audience
Audiences from varying demographics & diverse backgrounds Residents of Historic Springfield & Jacksonville Tourists and Visitors Duval County Public & Surrounding Schools Families groups
Listen
Funding Sources
Current funding sources
SPAR Community Engagement Budget Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville Cultural Services Grant City of Jacksonville Neighborhoods Matching Grant AARP Community Challenge Grant Donations & Sponsors (adopt-a-wayfinding post)
potential future sources
Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Fund Florida Humanities Jacksonville Historical Society The Community Foundation of Jacksonville Visit Jacksonville
Listen
Community Engagement
Press releases Interviews in local press - text and on air Early access tours for press & partners Easier website access Social Media Engagement Promotion in SPAR newsletter Community Partners Outreach to local schools & youth centers Pamphlets at airport, hotels/short-term rentals TripAdvisor and other tourism sites
Listen
Thanks!