Eden of the Written Word
Eden of the Written Word
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This capstone design reimagines Hartford’s urban fabric as “Eden of the Written Word,” weaving a 2-mile loop that begins and ends at the Stowe Center for Literary Activism and connects the Mark Twain House, Hartford Public Library, CT Historical Society, and Hartford Public High School. Each node features bespoke landscape “rooms”—from the intimate Reading Recess with wavy benches and shade tents to the contemplative Lover’s Nook edged by Mountain Laurel and Bee Balm. Interpretive lighting, Little Free Libraries, and sculptural “revolving bookshelves” guide visitors on a multisensory exploration of legacy, activism, and community engagement through place-based storytelling.
This capstone design reimagines Hartford’s urban fabric as “Eden of the Written Word,” weaving a 2-mile loop that begins and ends at the Stowe Center for Literary Activism and connects the Mark Twain House, Hartford Public Library, CT Historical Society, and Hartford Public High School. Each node features bespoke landscape “rooms”—from the intimate Reading Recess with wavy benches and shade tents to the contemplative Lover’s Nook edged by Mountain Laurel and Bee Balm. Interpretive lighting, Little Free Libraries, and sculptural “revolving bookshelves” guide visitors on a multisensory exploration of legacy, activism, and community engagement through place-based storytelling.
Literary Walk
Literary Walk
Step into the pages of history with the Connecticut Literary Trail, a journey through Hartford’s vibrant literary legacy! This looped trail begins and ends at the Stowe Center for Literary Activism, where Harriet Beecher Stowe’s powerful words ignited change. From there, wander to the Mark Twain House & Museum, where Mark Twain penned his iconic works. Pause at the Hartford Public Library, West Middle Branch, a treasure trove of stories and knowledge. Find inspiration in the beauty of Elizabeth Park, a haven for poets and dreamers. Dive into the past at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History, and reflect on the enduring impact of education at Hartford Public High School. Finally, return to the Stowe Center, completing a trail that celebrates the voices, places, and stories that define Connecticut’s literary soul. Walk, read, and be inspired!
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