Join the Carpenters’ Company for Playful Learning: Then and Now, an evening event exploring the evolution of playground design—from its 19th-century origins to today’s innovative approaches to playful learning and architecture. Held at the historic Starr Garden Recreation Center, one of Philadelphia’s earliest public playgrounds, this program will trace the roots of the American Playground Movement and examine its lasting impact on child development and urban planning. Frances Hoover, Executive Director of Smith Memorial Playground, will provide historical context, and a panel of design experts will present case studies highlighting how modern playground architecture continues to influence learning and community engagement.
