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- Title
THE LUDUS SPACE AS A PART OF THE REVITALIZATION PROJECT OF THE CITY OF KIELCE.
- Authors
Podsiadło, Jolanta
- Abstract
The director of the Museum of Toys and Play describes the role of her institution in the process of development of new ludus festive space in Kielce. The seat of the Museum, together with the revitalized neighbouring square will function as the main city square -- the agora. It will become a place devoted to family entertainment and play and, at the same time, it will contribute to the development of the sense of regional identity. The author shows the strength of toy making traditions in Kielce and indicates that the creation of a permanent area for play and recreation will become not only a marker of Kielce urban character but will also positively influence the process of identification of the inhabitants with the city. The reconstruction of the 19th-century building of a former market and opening of the Museum of Toys and Play on the premises, constitute the first step towards development of a new social function of this part of the city, which so far has been neglected in terms of aesthetics and functionality. Additionally, the large neighbouring square devoted to recreation and entertainment will enhance cultural activities of the city, contribute to the creation of a better image of Kielce, increase the city's attractiveness for tourists and investors and help develop the city of Kielce as a new metropolis.
- Subjects
KIELCE (Poland); POLAND; MUSEUMS; ADAPTIVE reuse of buildings; MARKETPLACES; PUBLIC spaces; LUDUS (The Latin word)
- Publication
Studies in Physical Culture & Tourism, 2008, Vol 15, Issue 2, p129
- ISSN
0867-1079
- Publication type
Article