Wabash, Ind. –Organized by the Promotions Committee of Wabash Marketplace, Inc., and with the support of dozens of businesses in Wabash, Creative Placemaking initiatives in historic downtown Wabash have increased. Creative Placemaking enhances a space using artistic pieces that promotethe use of that space.
A stroll through downtown Wabash is amazing enough, but now you will have the chance to view information from dozens of businesses simply by looking down. Sidewalk clings are alive and well, promoting dozens of businesses, end to end in downtown Wabash. “Wabash has some fantastic businesses, and we love being able to showcase them throughout downtown,” said promotions committee member Amber Achor of Midwest Eye Consultants.
New this year is an interactive piece as well. Leading off the example from Modoc, the elephant of Modoc’s Market, there are elephant feet clings throughout downtown. Simply find out how many feet and report your answer to Modoc’s Market. This family favorite activity is fun for all. “The addition of these sidewalks clings not only enhances the experience of those that visit our downtown by giving them great information right at their feet, but the clings also connect so many businesses across Wabash to our amazing downtown in a unique way,” said Tyler Karst, Project Coordinator of Wabash Marketplace, Inc.
Promotions committee member Stephanie Rogers of the Honeywell Foundation adds, “We loved adding the interactive piece of the elephant feet. This will be something that all can partake in while enjoying our beautiful downtown.”
Wabash Marketplace, Inc. has worked with numerous partnerships over the last few years to enhance different areas of downtown Wabash through alleyway and parking lot transformations, riverfront development, murals, additions of additional seating, trashcans, bike racks, and more.