Before the Walk

Going into Jane’s walk, we had no preconceived notions about what it was or what it entailed. After some light research, we came to the conclusion that Jane’s walk first originated in 2007 by Jane Jacobs. The purpose of the walk was to appreciate the local culture of an area, the history as well as perceiving any local planning issues that the residents may have. Our group elected to choose the Eauclaire/Prince’s Island area to document. Needless to say, the rich culture and bountiful art throughout the area made it seem like the perfect spot. Participating in an organized event of this nature we felt could be very rewarding, giving us a better understanding of our community and the culture that comes along with it. Events such as Jane’s walk, give us an opportunity to learn more about our city and further our understanding of the communities we are part of.