The Pruitt-Igoe Myth Film Screening and Panel Discussion
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time for this Past Event
- Thursday, Aug 31, 2023 6pm - 8pm
Location
Charlotte Urban Design Center, 1507 Camden Rd
Details
The Charlotte Urban Design Center will host a free film screening of The Pruitt-Igoe Myth followed by a panel discussion on Thursday, August 31st from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Discussion will focus on the complex urban design lessons of Pruitt-Igoe’s failure, and Charlotte’s evolving, equitable approach to the design and implementation of affordable housing and community spaces where residents thrive.
Marc Manack (AIA, NCARB, Assoc. Professor at the David R. Ravin School of Architecture at UNC Charlotte) and Miles O. Vaughn (Strategic Partnerships Manager for the Dept. of Housing & Neighborhood Services, City of Charlotte) will provide commentary and moderate audience questions after the film. Popcorn and snacks will be provided!
