For PARK(ing) Day this year, MHM paired up with Young-Williams Animal Center. The annual event occurs downtown and aims to reimagine metered spots for a day while engaging in social exchange, recreation, and artistic expression. Our team created an installation that served both PARK(ing) Day and will be re-used by Young-Williams after the event.

The basis of MHM’s design used modular milk crates to engage pedestrians through display walls, stools, benches, and a dog bed/couch. A donation bin was crafted to facilitate the organization of drop-off goods that are received at the Division Street location. The stools and benches were made to store books and provide seating; additionally, they will be re-used for the Paws for Reading program. The program allows members of the community to practice reading while the animals experience the power of a human-animal bond.

The overall goal was to raise awareness of volunteer opportunities and outreach programs through Young-Williams. The day was spent in good company with volunteers from both MHM and Young-Williams, and of course, a bunch of furry friends.