Last week, during all the hectic action surrounding the installation of the Grove entry marker, one thing remained constant…a camera. Space Architects compiled a time-lapsed video of the sign’s installation. Take a look at the video below to see hours of work combined into a minute of footage, all done to the sounds of the […]
For nearly 3 months, crews have been out on Manchester Avenue, busting up old sidewalks and replacing them with widened and freshly poured new concrete. Currently, all of the sidewalks along the north side of Manchester have been removed and nearly all have been replaced. Crews are finishing up work on the stretch between Newstead […]
The Central West End Neighborhood Security Initiative (NSI) recently began installing security cameras throughout the Central West End. WUMCRC funded the recorder, security monitors, and necessary computer equipment. WUMCRC Intern Tara Bolen had the opportunity to sit down with James Partee, the Director of the NSI, to discuss the cameras and the continued efforts […]
WUMCRC recently had the opportunity to sit down with the talented designers and fabricators of the Grove entry marker. Heather Testa and Matt McInerney of St. Louis’ own Ten 8, who designed the marker had plenty to share on their experience with this historic project…
Last night we tested the lights to make sure they were in working order. The 15 minutes of “neon glow” drew much applause and camera shots from the businesses and customers in the Grove. The sign will soon light up the sky each night once the proper electrical meters are installed. Stay tuned for […]
Photo courtesy of www.hillquest.com The new neon Grove entry marker was inspired from historic, retro signs that are seen in popular, pedestrian friendly communities in San Diego, California. These signs are hung by rods and cables, rather than the arched-truss signs that are most often constructed today.
The brand new Grove sign arrived in St. Louis late last night following its 2000 mile trek from Boston. Fox 2 news anchor, Andy Banker, was out covering the arrival of the 24′ x 9′, $60,000 sign with WUMCRC Community Development Manager, Brooks Goedeker. Check out the video below…
The successful rejuvenation of the Grove continues and now will be in lights. After 2 years of planning which included design, engineering, fundraising, and approvals; a $60,000, double‐faced neon sign will be spanning Manchester Avenue just west of Vandeventer Avenue marking the entry to the area. The sign measures 24ft wide and 11ft tall and […]
Remember this Tweet? “Teaser…The Grove in lights. Like nothing else seen in St. Louis. Coming soon…” It is becoming a reality tomorrow! Look for complete details on our blog tomorrow morning.
