West End Museum to Honor Legacy of Social Justice Advocate and Urban Renewal Opponent Jane Jacobs

Author, urbanist, and activist, Jane Jacobs (1916-2006) caused quite a stir in the field of city planning with her 1961 book, “The Death and Life of Great American Cities.” In it, Jacobs asserts that the urban renewal projects of the 1950s destroyed the vibrancy of the very cities and neighborhoods they intended to revitalize. Many former residents, not to mention other experts, wholeheartedly agree with that assessment of the project that demolished Boston’s West End. That’s why The West End Museum is hosting Jane’s Walk at the West End Museum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 4. All are welcome to this free event.