Migration + Memory: An Immersive Audio Walk through Downtown Oakland

480 9th Street,Oakland CA 94607

13 May, 2021

Description

Join us for an audio walk through Downtown Oakland! Migration allows people to adapt and survive. It also transforms a city into a community. Walk through downtown Oakland to uncover these interconnected migration stories. Inspired by the sounds of local birds and their movements through California, our audio walk explores human migration and the influence various communities have had on Oakland's identity. Walking from Old Oakland to Lake Merritt, we'll trace the indigenous history of the Ohlone people, peer into local businesses, look to art for messages about social justice, reflect on the resilience of the Chinese Diaspora, and envision a city where unity transcends division. Walking Route: We'll meet in front of the Blue Bottle on 480 9th Street, where the audio walk begins. GPS-triggered audio will guide your walking route, ending near Lake Merritt. Health and Safety: Our audio walks are meant to be experienced at your own pace, which will allow for social distancing among participants. Please wear a mask or face covering. Distance: 1.3 miles / 2600 steps Duration: 42 mins What to bring: HeadphonesThe latest Gesso App for iPhone or AndroidMask/ Face CoveringMigration + Memory was written and produced by documentarian and Oaklander, Sarah Holtz. Share your adventures with us @gesso.app on Instagram!