January 11, 2008

Aha Moment: The Heidelberg Project

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With the fading American auto industry and its reputation for high crime, Detroit has become shorthand for urban decay. On two blocks of Heidelberg Street on Detroit’s east side, an artist and community organizer named Tyree Guyton decided to do something about it. He started transforming the street into his own crazy work of art. And his efforts made a big impression on Detroit resident Jenenne Whitfield. Produced by Zak Rosen.


Weigh in: Is there a work of art that has changed your life?


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Posted by: Jo Strausz Rosen January 11, 2008 - 12:36PM
West Bloomfield

A love story based on giving back to the community was a refreshing angle on this wonderful story. I bring guests from Israel to the Heidelberg Project several times yearly so the story continues to circle the globe. Thank you for reminding us to appreciate this alternative art site. Tyree and Jenenne - Happy Anniversary! May your lives continue to bring beauty to Detroit and the world.

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Posted by: Marianna Stark January 13, 2008 - 11:33AM
San Francisco

http://www.deappropriationproject.net/

In closing your story on The Heidelberg Project ou asked for listeners to submit other examples of truly public/community art. Bruce Tomb's former police station home in the gritty Mission District of San Francisco is a community canvas. He allows graffiti and wheat paste posters and he's been documenting the work with photos for the past ten years.

On Jan 30, 2008 there's going to be a public meeting about the house and its role in the neighborhood.

http://soex.org/Event/155.html

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Posted by: Fred Meyers January 13, 2008 - 03:22PM
Mount Vernon, NY

Your Heidelberg Project report is unexpectedly moving. This, my first ever listener response, is sent with heartfelt approval of your sensitive reportage. Radio at it's best. Very appreciative thank you.

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Posted by: Joyce January 17, 2008 - 01:59PM
Washington, D.C.

I was so moved by this story. I can hear the love and passion of this couple for the work they do and the difference they are making in so many lives. Thank you.

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