Community action: because we learn & build better when we’re together.
Our initiatives are simple. We build big, public art structures while offering free construction education.
Why?
Because art & design should not be a lofty, inaccessible ideal. We believe art is most impactful when it enters the tangible world and is explored by all.
Because carpentry and handtool skills are being lost at an alarming rate, and sharing knowledge with each other is the most powerful thing we can do to fix that.
How?
With your help! Our installations are built using donations of material and the most precious resource of all — labor.
We have a core crew of experienced designers, carpenters, engineers, and architects who are eager to share their trade. After a volunteer’s first successful build year, they earn their Blackbird hard hat and return to mentor the next season.
When?
All year, rain or shine. We take on a new project every season so it is always the right time to get involved.