Infill Philadelphia: Food Access | Kick Off
May 29, 2008 (8:30 am-10:30 am)
Thursday, May 29, 8:30-10:30am, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109B. Entrance at NW corner of 12th and Arch Streets. Space limited. For more information and to register, visit www.infillphiladelphia.com.
Learn about the role design can play in improving access to fresh, healthy food in urban areas. Dr. Kimberly Morland of Mt. Sinai's Department of Community and Preventive Medicine will speak about her groundbreaking research on the contextual effects of the built environment on health disparities. This event also kicks off a design challenge that brings together three volunteer firms to develop innovative strategies for three neighborhood food outlets of various scales. A juried review and exhibit will follow in coming months.
LocationLearn about the role design can play in improving access to fresh, healthy food in urban areas. Dr. Kimberly Morland of Mt. Sinai's Department of Community and Preventive Medicine will speak about her groundbreaking research on the contextual effects of the built environment on health disparities. This event also kicks off a design challenge that brings together three volunteer firms to develop innovative strategies for three neighborhood food outlets of various scales. A juried review and exhibit will follow in coming months.
12th Street and Arch Street
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Philadelphia, PA
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