Friends of Hiawatha Grants

Friends of Hiawatha

We will increase street lighting with the installation of tree lights from December to March. The lights will be installed along the east and west sides of the 800 block and the west side of the 900 block of Hiawatha Place S. With an increase in crime and drug use in the neighborhood our goal is to create increased visibility as a deterrent to crime. We are including lights on sections that light up the residential pathways to public transportation areas. The lights will welcome those entering the community off of transit, riding their bikes, walking their dogs, and visiting friends and businesses in the community. In addition, a winter celebration event during the time the tree lights are up will bring neighbors together. This project will be completed by March 28, 2023.

Friends of Hiawatha

The Friends of Hiawatha will engage in street activation thru art at 843 Hiawatha Pl S that will include the side streets of S. Charles and Dearborn Ave corners. The activation includes tree lighting for beautification, and culminating with a winter celebration on February 7, 2025 on First Friday Artwalk. The event is free and open to the public.