The Outdoor Art Club presents: The Living New Deal: Why It Matters Today

Join Susan Ives, Director of Communications for The Living New Deal, for a fascinating exploration of one of the most transformative periods in American history and its continuing relevance today. Based in Oakland, California, The Living New Deal is a public service nonprofit organization dedicated to documenting the extraordinary legacy of New Deal programs created between 1933 and 1942, educating the public about their lasting impact on communities across the nation, and preserving the vision of government initiatives that serve the common good. Drawing on her background in journalism and public policy, including a BA in Journalism from the University of Michigan and a Master’s degree from Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, Ives will illuminate how New Deal projects continue to shape everyday American life—from parks and schools to bridges, post offices, and public art—while offering insight into what these ambitious programs can teach us about meeting today’s national challenges.