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E. PERSHING RD/ OAKWOOD BLVD 31st STREET caracol Lead artists: Georgina Valverde, Diana Solís, José A. Terrazas Drawing on rich connections from the natural world and cultural symbolism, Caracol (“snail” and “shell” in Spanish) represents the immigrant’s desire to belong while maintaining the core of memory and identity. Community Partner: contratiempo (Pilsen) – preserves and highlights the cultural identity and contributions of the Spanish-speaking Latino population in the United States. set in stone Lead artists: Andy Bellomo, Anna Murphy This design creates an interpretation of a traditional Chinese “scholar’s rock” and is placed at the center of a tranquil rock garden with hand-carved log benches for viewing/ contemplation. Community Partner: Chinese-American Museum of Chicago - Raymond B. & Jean T. Lee Center. (Chinatown) promotes the culture and history of Chinese-Americans in the Midwest through exhibitions, education and research. la ronda parakata Lead artists: Hector Duarte, Alfonso “Piloto” Nieves This design is a circular sculpture or “ronda” of interlocking butterfly forms inspired by the magic symbolism of the monarch butterfly, harmony with nature, and migration. Community Partner: Casa Michoacán (Pilsen) promotes cultural, social, and sporting activities between the Mexican and immigrant Michoacán community, with a transnational vision. sounding bronzeville Lead artists: Fo Wilson, Norman Teague, Chris Buchakjian This piece commemorates the strength and resilience of thousands of African- Americans who made the journey from the South seeking better opportunities North with 100 years of the Great Migration. Community Partner: Bronzeville Community Development Partnership (Bronzeville) focuses on information technology, heritage tourism, hospitality workforce development and training, preservation and sustainability in Bronzeville. sankofa for the earth Lead artists: Arlene Turner Crawford, Dorian Sylvain, Raymond Thomas In Africa, a bird looking backwards over its tail represents the Sankofa symbol, which means “go back and fetch it.” It is an understanding that our past(s) holds important information to move us forward in life. Community Partner: South Side Community Art Center (Bronzeville) preserves, conserves and promotes the legacy and future of African American art and artists, while educating the community on the value of art and culture. Legend Walking Trails Streets ADA Accessible Paths Lake Shore Drive How to get here: 1. Bike down the lakefront: Divvy station at S. Lake Park Ave. and E. 47th St. 2. Public transportation: CTA bus routes 2, 6, 15, 28 or 47 3. Driving: metered parking available at 39th St. & 31st St beach parking lots as well as E. 47th & Cornell Dr. parking lot E. 47st STREET For general questions or information on ADA accessibility: acastaneda@fieldmuseum.org [email protected] facebook.com/rootsroutesbwc

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Page 1: caracol - Field Museum · caracol Lead artists: Georgina Valverde, Diana Solís, José A. Terrazas Drawing on rich connections from the natural world and cultural symbolism, Caracol

E. PERSHING RD/ OAKWOOD BLVD

31st STREET

caracol Lead artists: Georgina Valverde, Diana Solís, José A. Terrazas Drawing on rich connections from the natural world and cultural symbolism, Caracol (“snail” and “shell” in Spanish) represents the immigrant’s desire to belong while maintaining the core of memory and identity. Community Partner: contratiempo (Pilsen) – preserves and highlights the cultural identity and contributions of the Spanish-speaking Latino population in the United States.

set in stone Lead artists: Andy Bellomo, Anna Murphy This design creates an interpretation of a traditional Chinese “scholar’s rock” and is placed at the center of a tranquil rock garden with hand-carved log benches for viewing/contemplation. Community Partner: Chinese-American Museum of Chicago - Raymond B. & Jean T. Lee Center. (Chinatown) promotes the culture and history of Chinese-Americans in the Midwest through exhibitions, education and research.

la ronda parakata Lead artists: Hector Duarte, Alfonso “Piloto” Nieves This design is a circular sculpture or “ronda” of interlocking butterfly forms inspired by the magic symbolism of the monarch butterfly, harmony with nature, and migration. Community Partner: Casa Michoacán (Pilsen) promotes cultural, social, and sporting activities between the Mexican and immigrant Michoacán community, with a transnational vision.

sounding bronzeville Lead artists: Fo Wilson, Norman Teague, Chris Buchakjian This piece commemorates the strength and resilience of thousands of African-Americans who made the journey from the South seeking better opportunities North with 100 years of the Great Migration. Community Partner: Bronzeville Community Development Partnership (Bronzeville) focuses on information technology, heritage tourism, hospitality workforce development and training, preservation and sustainability in Bronzeville.

sankofa for the earthLead artists: Arlene Turner Crawford, Dorian Sylvain, Raymond Thomas In Africa, a bird looking backwards over its tail represents the Sankofa symbol, which means “go back and fetch it.” It is an understanding that our past(s) holds important information to move us forward in life. Community Partner: South Side Community Art Center (Bronzeville) preserves, conserves and promotes the legacy and future of African American art and artists, while educating the community on the value of art and culture.

Legend

Walking TrailsStreets

ADA Accessible Paths

Lake Shore Drive

How to get here: 1. Bike down the lakefront: Divvy station at S. Lake Park Ave. and E. 47th St. 2. Public transportation: CTA bus routes 2, 6, 15, 28 or 47 3. Driving: metered parking available at 39th St. & 31st St beach parking lots as well as E. 47th & Cornell Dr. parking lot

E. 47st STREET

For general questions or information on ADA accessibility:[email protected] [email protected]/rootsroutesbwc