Getting to Green – Routes to Roots

Getting to Green: Routes to Roots was a multidisciplinary public art project aimed at inspiring Philadelphia residents to use public transportation to explore the city’s green spaces. Unique artwork including a bus wrap, posters in bus shelters, and print materials featuring hand-drawn maps, encouraged riders to discover new pathways and routes. Additionally, short video profiles showcased and made more personal the stories of riders, drivers, and routes.

The project also focused on promoting equity in public transportation by reaching out to immigrant, refugee, and non-native English speaking communities to provide access and facilitate a better understanding of the bus system. The goal was to encourage these communities to explore beyond their familiar routes and enjoy the city’s green spaces.

The public launch of the project included the unveiling of the “Route 7 bus wrap,” kicked off with a bus tour on June 10. 2023. Throughout the year, Getting to Green: Routes to Roots highlighted transit routes leading to various green spaces throughout the city, including nature walks, picnic sites, bike paths, and special events. This project created exciting opportunities for residents to connect with their city and its natural beauty through public transportation.

Location Note: This temporary project is no longer on view.

Getting to Green – Routes to Roots – Linktree (access to downloadable maps and related project resources)

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