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TWIN MEMORIALS
EMERGING IDEAS SHOWCASE

Wednesday, March 27
2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Oxford College Library
801 Emory Street
Oxford, GA

Refreshments will be served.

All are invited to participate in one of the Emerging Ideas Showcases for the Twin Memorials project on the Oxford and Atlanta campuses. Walter Hood and his associates with Hood Design Studio, will present emerging ideas for the memorials that have been cultivated from recent listening sessions. Attendees will have an opportunity to actively engage with the exhibit.

SCHEDULE

2:00 p.m. Doors Open

3:00 p.m. Opening Remarks and Presentation—Walter Hood, Founder, Hood Design Studio

3:15 p.m. Tour the Emerging Ideas Showcase

4:30 p.m. Exhibition Concludes

The Emerging Ideas Showcase will be on display at Oxford College Library through April 12, 2024.

ABOUT THE TWIN MEMORIALS DESIGN TEAM

Emory University's Twin Memorials project seeks to honor the substantial contributions of the enslaved individuals and their descendants who helped to build, maintain, and grow Emory.

In 2021, Emory University announced plans to develop memorials on its Atlanta and Oxford campuses to honor the enslaved individuals who are part of Emory's history.

The university has chosen Hood Design Studio to create the Twin Memorials. The firm's founder and creative director is Walter Hood, a 2019 MacArthur Fellow and chair and professor of landscape architecture and environmental planning and urban design at the University of California, Berkeley, who was recently elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences.

Learn more about Hood Design Studio

GETTING TO THE EMERGING IDEAS SHOWCASE

Oxford College Library
801 Emory Street
Oxford, GA 30054

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The Oxford College Library is a gateway to resources from across the University and offers a diverse collection of print and digital materials, technology rich spaces for exploration and play, and a commitment to excellent service. Oxford is a pleasant 45-minute drive from Emory's Atlanta campus and a straightforward trip from Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

DIRECTIONS TO OXFORD COLLEGE

Oxford College is located off Exit 90 (Covington/Oxford exit) on I-20. The exit ramp will merge with Hwy. 278 East toward Covington. Continue on this street until the third traffic light. Turn left onto Hwy. 81 North (Emory Street) and continue for approximately one mile. Turn left onto Pierce St. from Emory St. Once on Pierce St., take the first left into the Visitor Parking Lot.

FROM ATLANTA AIRPORT
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is approximately 45 minutes, or about 40 miles, from the Oxford College campus. You should strongly consider renting a car, in order to have more control over your arrival time and how long you choose to stay at Oxford.

Driving directions from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport: Take I-85 South to I-285 East (toward Augusta). Continue on I-285 until I-20 East (toward Augusta). Stay on I-20 East approximately 24 miles to Exit 90 (Covington/Oxford exit). The exit ramp will merge with Hwy 278 East toward Covington. Continue on this street until the third traffic light. Turn left onto Hwy 81 North (Emory St.) and continue for approximately one mile. Turn left onto Pierce St. from Emory St. Once on Pierce St., take the first left into the Visitor Parking Lot.

FROM EMORY UNIVERSITY'S ATLANTA CAMPUS
From the front gates of Emory, take a left from Dowman Dr. onto North Decatur Rd. Continue on North Decatur Rd. approximately 2.3 miles to the intersection of Scott Blvd. and North Decatur Rd. At the light, take a left onto Scott Blvd. and proceed approximately 1.3 miles. Exit to the right onto Hwy 78 East (Stone Mountain Freeway). Continue on Hwy 78 approximately 1.5 miles and exit onto I-285 South. Proceed on I-285 South approximately 8 miles and exit onto I-20 East (toward Augusta). Take Exit 90 (Covington/Oxford exit). The exit ramp will merge with Hwy 278 East toward Covington. Continue on this street until the third traffic light. Turn left onto Hwy 81 North (Emory St.) and continue for approximately one mile. Turn left onto Pierce St. from Emory St. Once on Pierce St., take the first left into the Visitor Parking Lot.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where can I learn more about the Twin Memorials?
The Twin Memorials website includes information about project’s background and research resources. Check back often for project updates.

Will the Emerging Ideas Showcase include the final concepts for the Twin Memorials?
No, final concepts are not being presented. The Emerging Ideas Showcase will feature emerging ideas to solicit additional community feedback. This input will further shape future design concepts.

Do I need to register in advance to attend the Emerging Ideas Showcase?
Registration is strongly recommended for catering and space planning.

Are different emerging ideas being shared at the showcase events on the Atlanta and Oxford campuses?
Identical exhibitions will be installed on both the Atlanta and Oxford campuses. All are welcome to attend either showcase.

I can't attend the exhibition on March 28th. Will the showcase be available for viewing at a later time?
The exhibitions will remain available for viewing until Friday, April 12.

Questions? Please contact our Twin Memorials Team with any questions or concerns.