html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/REC-html40/loose.dtd" A new, integrated building by Sasaki now replaces the old science building at the Frederick Gunn School and brings a range of learning environments together. Titled the Center for Innovation and Active Citizenship, the building honors the school’s founder’s vision as an educator, abolitionist, advocate for the outdoors, and innovator in curriculum and student development. The new building, which integrates seamlessly into the campus established in 1850, introduces a contemporary expression while maintaining the scale and integrity of its surrounding context.The architects reinterpreted the local typology of a contemporary farmhouse for the new building and organized the program into three pavilions. This approach allowed different functions to be distinguished while also reducing the building’s perceived scale in relation to neighboring historic structures. The wooded and rocky nature of the site, along with the vernacular architecture of the campus and surrounding region, inspired the project’s materiality. The architects focused on a simple palette, uniform colors, and treated materials. The landscape around the building was also redesigned, introducing new circulation paths connecting the campus’s two primary open spaces. Outcroppings of rock and mature trees defined the building footprint and were left untouched during construction. Trees that had to be felled were reclaimed and used to create interior seating and custom tables for the project.The program of the building allows cross-pollination of different activities, as spaces transition from purpose-built areas like physics, biology, and chemistry labs to flexible spaces like shared flex classrooms, the Entrepreneurship Center, and the Center for Just Democracy. The sensible approach to massing, program relationships, and landscape was also carried through to the building technologies, as it minimizes environmental impact through the use of solar photovoltaic panels and a geothermal well field, which provides the majority of heating and cooling. Furthermore, by utilizing a highly efficient envelope, the building sits very near Net Zero status. Nicknamed “The Lizzie,” the Center for Innovation and Active Citizenship is now utilized as a hub for the campus community, as its open and flexible learning environments allow students and faculty to turn ideas into action.The new center, and the surrounding landscape not only provides a dynamic addition to the campus, but also provides spaces for students to receive a cutting-edge experience and become future leaders and model citizens. Opening its doors to the students in January 2024, The Center for Innovation and Active Citizenship is now a bustling hub that fulfils, and carries Frederick Gunn's vision to the future.Project factsClient: Frederick Gunn SchoolArchitect: SasakiArea: 24000 ft² (2230 m2)Location: Washington, CTMEP: BR+A Consulting Engineers Inc.Structural Engineer: RSELandscape Engineer: Future Green StudioEngineering & Consulting: Haley & Aldrich, Studio NYLCivil Engineer: Tighe & Bond Inc.Acoustic Consultant: AcentechLighting Consultant: LAM PARTNERSCompletion year: 2024Top image © Jeremy Bittermann, Courtesy -  Sasaki All images © Jeremy Bittermann.

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May 14, 20253 min readMigraine Drug Ubrogepant Tackles Debilitating Early SymptomsResults from a phase 3 clinical trial suggest that taking ubrogepant at the first sign of an oncoming migraine can prevent preheadache fatigue and light sensitivityBy Fred Schwaller & Nature magazine Migraine symptoms that appear long before a headache can include fatigue, light sensitivity, neck pain and difficulty concentrating. nemke/Getty ImagesScientists have shown that a drug approved to treat migraine headaches can also alleviate debilitating non-headache symptoms, such as fatigue, brain fog and blinding light sensitivity, that occur as the migraine is starting.The drug — called ubrogepant — is already known to stop the onset of a full-blown migraine attack in some people if they take it when the headache begins. But a phase III clinical trial, described in Nature Medicine on 12 May, shows that it can also tackle the ‘prodrome’ symptoms that arrive hours or even days earlier.The results suggest that ubrogepant could “free patients from a disabling part of migraine,” says study co-author Peter Goadsby, a neuroscientist at King’s College London.On supporting science journalismIf you're enjoying this article, consider supporting our award-winning journalism by subscribing. By purchasing a subscription you are helping to ensure the future of impactful stories about the discoveries and ideas shaping our world today.Early interventionThe process of a migraine starts long before the head pain, when brain circuits involving the hypothalamus — a region that regulates several vital bodily functions — become dysregulated. In the prodrome, or premonitory phase, people can experience various unpleasant symptoms, including fatigue, neck pain, an aversion to light (photophobia) or sound (phonophobia) and difficulty concentrating.“Not enough attention has been given to prodrome symptoms,” says Goadsby. The trial aimed to “fill this gap” by investigating whether ubrogepant has an effect on the initial stages of a migraine.The trial included 438 participants who could reliably identify incoming migraine attacks from their prodromal symptoms. During the 60 days of the trial, they took ubrogepant or a placebo whenever they felt any prodromal symptoms coming on, and reported whether doing this had any effect.The results suggest that for some participants, the drug increased their ability to concentrate one hour after treatment, reduced their photophobia two hours after treatment and reduced their fatigue and neck pain after three hours.But the “effect sizes were small” and never more than 15 percentage points compared with the placebo, points out Gregory Dussor, a neuroscientist and migraine specialist at the University of Texas at Dallas. For example, 27% of participants who took ubrogepant reported an absence of fatigue, compared with 17% who took the placebo. Dussor suggests this modest improvement is because the class of drugs to which ubrogepant belongs is a “life-changing therapeutic” for a minority of people — perhaps only one in five, according to some studies. It makes little difference to others, so its effect for that minority “gets diluted in the data”.“Nevertheless, this study answers the question of whether ubrogepant works when you dose it early in the migraine, when people feel prodromal symptoms coming on,” he says.Know your migraineUbrogepant is already known to stop migraine headaches, but Goadsby says the data show that it works substantially better if taken in the prodromal stage rather than once the attack starts. In the trial, it was crucial that participants could predict their preliminary symptoms. “People who know their migraine would benefit more from this medicine,” he says. The next challenge for the field, he adds, is to train people to understand their migraine symptoms so they can judge when to take ubrogepant.Dussor thinks that once the prodrome has begun, it is probably still too late for ubrogepant to block the migraine entirely. He says research should explore another question: “Is there some way to alert people much earlier to take the drug, before they feel symptoms coming on?”The study could also provide clues about the cause of prodromal symptoms. Ubrogepant works by blocking receptors that bind to calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP), a molecule that sensitizes the nerves in the head and skull during a migraine attack. “Knowing there’s some CGRP component earlier than the headache phase is important to know in our mechanistic understanding of migraine,” says Dussor.This article is reproduced with permission and was first published on May 12, 2025.

Original Stalker trilogy getting an Enhanced Edition upgrade on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC Improved visuals! Better mod support! More! Image credit: GSC Game World News by Matt Wales News Reporter Published on May 14, 2025 A little over a year after its arrival on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, the original Stalker trilogy is getting an Enhanced Edition, bringing upgraded visuals and more to the post-apocalyptic shooter series on current-gen consoles and PC. Officially titled Stalker: Legends of the Zone Trilogy Enhanced Edition, developer GSC Game World's newly announced current-gen update promises a range of additions and optimisations to all three bundled titles - 2007's Shadow of Chornobyl, 2008's Clear Sky, and 2009's Call of Prypiat - alongside a number of platform-specific features. All platforms get visual upgrades, for instance, including enhanced lighting (GSC specifically mentions godrays, screen space reflections, and global illumination), advanced shaders for water and wetness effects, upgraded skyboxes, upscaled textures, and improved 3D models for NPCs, weapons, and environments. That's in addition to improved weapon field-of-vision, and 4K pre-rendered cinematics for a bit of extra storytelling pizzazz. Stalker: Legends of the Zone Trilogy Enhanced Edition trailer.Watch on YouTube Consoles also get keyboard and mouse support, Mod.io integration, and a variety of graphics modes, with Xbox Series X, PS5, and PS5 Pro all offering Quality, Balanced, Performance, and Ultra Performance options. Quality mode renders at a native 4K/30fps, Balanced at an upscaled 4K/40fps, Performance at an upscaled 4K/60fps, and Ultra Performance at an upscaled 2K/120fps. As for Xbox Series S, graphics modes are listed as Quality (native 2K/30fps), Balanced (upscaled 2K/40fps), and Performance (1080p/60fps). Over on PC, GSC Game World is introducing cloud saves, full controller compatibility support, Steam Workshop integration, and Steam Deck optimisation. Full system requirements are detailed over on the Enhanced Edition FAQ. And here comes the best news; owners of Stalker: Legends of the Zone Trilogy or any of the individual current-gen releases of Shadow of Chornobyl, Clear Sky, and Call of Prypiat on Xbox Series X/S or PS5 will receive the Enhanced Edition versions for free starting 20th May. Similarly, anyone who's purchased the original games on PC will get free Enhanced Editions upgrades, and will continue to have access to the originals too. As for series newcomers, Stalker: Legends of the Zone Trilogy Enhanced Edition will cost $39.99 USD (or your local equivalent) when comes to Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC on 20th May, with individual titles priced at $19.99 each.

Heads-up: Father’s Day is June 15, meaning it’s time to show the paternal figures in your life some love. The best Father’s Day gifts should be thoughtful, and to alleviate your stress, we’ve got options, no matter what type of dad he is. From gadgets he’ll actually use to games you can enjoy together, we’ve curated a gift guide that covers just about every base, at every budget. So whether he’s into self-care essentials, is a world-class chef in the kitchen, or is planning a long-awaited getaway, we think there’s something in here that’ll show dad just how much you appreciate him.Our top picks for the best father’s day gifts:For the Style-Forward Dad: Comme des Garçons Embossed Wallet, $100For the Handy Dad: Toyo Y-280 Steel Angle Tool Box, $32For the Dad Who Loves Being Pampered: Flamingo Estate Roma Heirloom Tomato Hand Care Duo, $116For the Dad Who Loves A Beer: Corkcicle Chillsner Portable Beer Chiller, $40For the Dad Who Always Wants A Slice : Ooni Koda 12 Gas Powered Pizza Oven, $399For the Anthology-Loving Dad: New York Times Custom Space History Book, $90Browse by CategoryClothing and accessoriesLululemon Steady State Pullover HoodieA classic black sweatshirt is another closet staple he can wear year-round. Luckily, this one from Lululemon won’t fade easily so dad can wear it 100 times over. Cozy Earth Bamboo Stretch-Knit Long Sleeve Pajama SetQuite possibly the nicest, softest pajama set he’ll ever own. Did we mention you can even monogram them? Oliver Peoples Errisson SunglassesThese sunglasses will keep him shaded on morning walks to the office and sunny days sprawled out on the beach. Oliver Peoples are designed to last for a lifetime, meaning these opticals are basically heirlooms in the making. Porter-Yoshida & Co. Noir Tote BagThe hallmark of a great gift is a slightly nicer version of something he already owns. Since he loves his trusty boat n’ tote, give him an upgrade with this Japanese version in a sleek blacked-out look. It’s got six interior pockets to hold everything from his phone to his protein bar and will pair well with any outfit he’s wearing. Comme des Garçons Embossed WalletDad deserves a wallet that will age just as well as he has. This year pick up a CDG card case that will lend him the savvy of the kind of menswear guy who shops at Dover Street Market. The slim design is made to last, will wear beautifully over time, and keep all of his most important cards and cash in one place without added bulk.Shinola Onyx Tag NeclaceThis pendant necklace is a subtle way to dress up dad’s jeans and T-shirt or add some cool factor to his more formal looks. He can layer it with another thin chain for a minimal stack or make a statement with something chunkier. Mejuri Square Signet RingFor extra brownie points this year, personalize this signet ring with his initials so he can relive his high school glory days. Grab it in his regular size or opt for an on-trend pinky ring moment. Quince Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck SweaterThis luxurious crewneck sweater from Quince Cashmere is the perfect gift for the dad who enjoys the finer things. Plus, it comes in a range of wearable shades, like this steel blue, and a universally flattering burgundy. Patagonia Men's Baggies ShortsHe’s not just a regular dad, he’s a cool dad—so dress him in some Patagonia baggies he’ll live in during the summer or whenever the temperatures call for a little leg. Mejuri Round Box Chain BraceletRound out his jewelry collection with this box chain bracelet that’s subtle enough for even the most normie Apple watch dads to pull off.Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 Bracelet Watch, 40mmFor the kind of dad who appreciates a well-made timepiece, former Hodinkee deputy editor and AD contributor Nora Taylor says this Tissot is “what I recommend for people in my life.” L.L. Bean Men's Wicked Good SlippersSlippers are a quintessential part of any dad’s uniform—so we imagine he’ll love this pair from L.L.Bean that has over 1,700 five-star reviews. Patagonia P-6 Logo Trucker HatA designated dad cap is a great Father’s Day gift for a new dad celebrating his first Father’s Day or a seasoned patriarch. Get him this reliable mesh-back number that’s perfect for long days spent fishing or at the beach. Ray-Ban Meta Headliner Smart GlassesIf he has to have the latest tech he'll appreciate these specs from Ray-Ban and Meta, which can capture pictures and video, play music, and uses AI technology to answer questions. Leather Eyeglass Case HolderThis custom-made leather sunglasses case is a nice way to store dad’s favorite specs. There's even an option to add a monogram so he'll always know it's his. The Ridge WalletAny dad who’s rough on his wallets and card cases will appreciate the durability of this metal one from The Ridge. It’s got RFID shielding to protect your personal information with room for up to 12 cards and a handy outer clip for cash. Food and kitchenLibbey Craft Brews Assorted Beer Glasses (Set of 6)The best Father’s Day gift ideas should complement his interests. If dad’s an IPA aficionado, we think he might enjoy his drinks a little more from this handsome set’s assorted pint glasses. Corkcicle Chillsner (Set of 2)For dads who like their beer ice-cold and straight from the bottle, these “Chillsners” will make sure every sip is equally cool and refreshing as the last. Just pop them in the freezer until frozen, put one in your favorite bottle of ale, and enjoy. Ooni Koda 12 Gas Powered Pizza OvenIf you want go above and beyond a gift card to his favorite pizza parlor, aspiring pizzaiolo dads will appreciate this Ooni oven. (Especially since Zoë Sessums concluded that “the ease of use for the Ooni makes it worth it.”) Stanley Classic Easy-Pour GrowlerHead to virtual checkout with this growler from Stanley that can easily do double duty as a water bottle during the day or viking-level beer tumbler for more festive occasions. Crate & Barrel Wood-Handled 9-Piece Barbecue Tool SetAnd if the grill is his sanctuary, he’ll definitely get good use out of this nine-piece barbecue tool set that comes in a convenient carrying case. Maestro Dobel Atelier Animales Endémicos Tequila AñejoThis tequila pulls double duty as both a thoughtful gift for tequila-loving dads and a beautiful art piece he’ll want to make the centerpiece of his bar cart. TechAnker 622 Magnetic BatteryFor iPad dads, tech gifts are the way to go. We’d upgrade his current charger to this foldable wireless charging Anker—either in this misty shade of blue or classic black.

Why The Fuck Are Democrats Helping Build MAGA’s Censorship Machine With KOSA? from the what-are-we-even-doing-here? dept Wed, May 14th 2025 10:57am - Mike Masnick The Trump administration is methodically implementing every element of Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025 censorship playbook, and Democratic leadership’s response is… to help them? Earlier today, Chuck Schumer and Richard Blumenthal joined MAGA Republicans to reintroduce the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) — a bill that Heritage itself has proudly proclaimed as central to its strategy of censoring progressive content around LGBTQ issues and abortion. The new bill appears to be effectively identical to last year’s version. It raises a huge question of… what the fuck are they thinking? The press release touts its “bipartisan” nature, with Democratic Senators Chuck Schumer and Richard Blumenthal sponsoring the bill, alongside Marsha Blackburn and John Thune. Last year, when Heritage Foundation declared its desire to use KOSA to censor LGBTQ content and announced it would leverage the bill to remove pro-abortion content if Trump won, perhaps some could dismiss it as empty rhetoric. But now? The Trump administration is systematically implementing every element of Heritage’s Project 2025 censorship playbook. There’s no more room for wishful thinking about how KOSA might be used. And yet, Democrats seem to act as if none of that is happening, and we can just assume good faith in how KOSA will be implemented and enforced by an FTC that has loudly proclaimed its willingness to conduct partisan, culture war witch hunts on behalf of Project 2025’s goals. Yes, we expect Richard Blumenthal to reflexively support any anti-internet bill. But Chuck Schumer? After everything we’ve seen, how can Democratic leadership still pretend there’s any good faith here? Trump is already using every available tool to wage his censorial culture wars. Heritage has explicitly laid out how they’ll use KOSA to silence progressive voices. What possible justification could there be for Democrats to hand them an even more powerful weapon? Even some Republicans recognize the danger here. Senator Rand Paul has consistently maintained that censoring the internet won’t help children. And last year, House GOP members actually stopped the bill after realizing it was a censorship tool that could be used against their own speech. But now that Trump has won (and the GOP acts as though there will never be another free election), that objection may evaporate. The bill’s lead sponsor, Marsha Blackburn, was already openly stating last year that her support for KOSA was about using it to censor LGBTQ content. That was before Trump’s victory made Heritage’s censorship plans a reality. So here we are: Heritage Foundation explicitly laid out their plans to weaponize KOSA against progressive speech. Marsha Blackburn openly admitted it’s about censoring LGBTQ content. The Trump administration is systematically implementing every element of Project 2025’s censorship agenda. And the FTC stands ready to enforce it all. Yet Democratic leadership isn’t just standing idle — they’re actively helping to build the machinery of censorship that will be used against their own constituents. Either Schumer and Blumenthal are catastrophically naive, or they’ve simply decided that appearing “bipartisan” matters more than protecting vulnerable communities from state-sponsored censorship. The real question isn’t what they’re thinking. It’s whether they’re thinking at all.

They Always Do Stalker: Legends of the Zone Trilogy, which inexplicably skipped PC when it came out last year, finally returns home this month It never made sense why the Stalker: Legends of the Zone Trilogy kind of pretended the PC platform doesn't exist when it was released last year. Image credit: GSC Game World. News by Sherif Saed Contributing Editor Published on May 14, 2025 Whether or not you liked the direction GSC Game World took Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, you’d have to admit that releasing a game as ambitious as it was under the conditions the studio went through was nothing short of a miracle. You can, of course, appreciate that, and still prefer the old Stalker games. Unfortunately, because of their age, playing those games on modern PCs requires a lot of modding and tweaking. Although that's fairly standard for classic PC games, it's nevertheless a hurdle. That, however, creates an opportunity for a proper re-release. Which, you may recall, actually came out last year - just not on PC. To see this content please enable targeting cookies. We’re talking about the Stalker: Legends of the Zone Trilogy, which was announced and released in March last year as part of an Xbox Partner Preview presentation. The trilogy was mainly designed to make the games work on consoles, but it still felt strange for PC players to be left behind. That version had very much been designed for last-gen consoles - Xbox One and PS4 - even if you could play it on Xbox Series X/S and PS5 thanks to backwards compatibility. At the time, GSC said it’s going to release a patch later in the year to allow the games to take better advantage of modern console hardware, but that never materialised. Which brings us to today’s announcement of Stalker: Legends of the Zone Trilogy Enhanced Edition, a re-release of a re-release. This one, thankfully, won’t be skipping PC when it arrives on May 20. This is also when it’s going to be available across PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Watch on YouTube The good news is that owners of last year’s, non-enhanced release will receive the upgrades for free. Those who purchased games individually from the same bundle will get an enhanced version of whichever game they own. Things are even better on PC, where owners of the original, classic games will receive the enhanced editions of all the games they own entirely free. You’ll even get the classic games for free if you buy the Enhanced Edition. All the upgrades from last year’s re-release remain, but PS5 and Xbox Series X/S owners will have a wider selection of graphics and performance modes to choose from, including a 2K/120fps mode. Keyboard and mouse support is also an option on the same consoles. As for PC, the biggest upgrade is Steam Deck support for the entire trilogy, as well as Steam Workshop integration. All three games now have full controller support, too. Stalker: Legends of the Zone Trilogy Enhanced Edition is priced $40 (or $20 for each title), and includes three games: Shadow of Chornobyl (2007), Clear Sky (2008), and Call of Prypiat (2009).

Subscribe to Nintendo Life on YouTube812k It's been some time since Ubisoft provided an update about the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time 'Remake' project, but we've officially got one in the company's latest earnings call. Although the plan is to now provide unannounced major IPs additional development time to improve the overall quality of each experience after a similar delay helped Assassin's Creed Shadows - it seems the long-awaited Sands of Time remake could be on the horizon. The long-awaited title, originally revealed in 2020, is now scheduled to be released in the current financial year, ending March 2026. “After a thorough review of its pipeline that took place from October to December, the Group decided to provide additional development time to some of its biggest productions in order to create the best conditions for success... This decision has already been beneficial to the quality of Assassin’s Creed Shadows." It's believed The Sands of Time Remake will be narrowed to a release sometime between January and March of next year at this stage. No platforms have been confirmed, but a Switch version was referenced at one stage, and the original game was released on GameCube. This project update follows the news last year Ubisoft had bolstered the remake's development with Ubisoft Toronto joining the project. The last Prince of Persia game released on a Nintendo platform was The Lost Crown last January, which unfortunately led to the same team being disbanded by Ubisoft after a disastrous year for the company. More recently Ubisoft has opened a new subsidiary with Tencent focused on key IP. Could another Ubisoft game be on the way? "A new chapter in its history" What series would you like to see next-gen? Would you be interested in returning to The Sands of Time in the future? Have you played the original release? How do you feel about Ubisoft giving its other games more development time? Let us know in the comments. [source videogameschronicle.com] Share:0 0 Liam is a news writer and reviewer across Hookshot Media. He's been writing about games for more than 15 years and is a lifelong fan of many iconic video game characters. Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment... Related Articles Nintendo Reconfirms Release Windows For Major Switch 2 Games And original Switch, of course Here's A Look At The Back Of Mario Kart World's Switch 2 Box Art The race begins next month The First Review For Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Is In A fantasy score? SNK Announces ACA NEOGEO Selection Vol. 5 And Vol. 6 For Switch Update: Multi-language release confirmed Feature: "We're Very Confident" - CD Projekt Red On Delivering The Full Cyberpunk 2077 Experience On Switch 2 "Nintendo was very supportive"

Imagine you’re watching a highly anticipated video from your favorite YouTube creator — perhaps the moment a famous couple finally gets engaged — when an ad pops up immediately after the clip. This is part of YouTube’s new ad format called “Peak Points.” The company revealed the new ad format during its Upfront presentation on Wednesday in New York. Peak Points leverages Google’s Gemini AI to analyze YouTube videos and identify moments it believes have the highest viewer engagement or are most emotionally impactful, and then suggests placing the ad right after it. Image Credits:YouTube Point Peaks aims to benefit advertisers by using a tactic that aims to grab users’ attention right when they’re most invested in the content. This approach appears to be similar to a strategy called emotion-based targeting, where advertisers place ads that align with the emotions evoked by the video. It’s believed that when viewers experience heightened emotional states, it leads to better recall of the ads.  However, viewers may find these interruptions frustrating, especially when they’re deeply engaged in the emotional arc of a video and want the ad to be over quickly to resume watching.  In related news, YouTube announced another ad format that may be more appealing to users. The platform debuted a shoppable product feed where users can browse and purchase items during an ad.

Chicago, like many U.S. cities, has a history of building public housing and then tearing it down. Cabrini-Green, a textbook example, was demolished decades ago, along with so many other storied campuses around the country like Pruitt-Igoe in St. Louis. The National Public Housing Museum (NPHM) opened its doors last month in Chicago’s near West Side to help tell this multivalent, often times tumultuous story. It’s sited at 919 South Ada Street inside the last remaining vestige of Jane Addams Homes, a New Deal–era campus by Holabird & Root. The institution is the first of its kind. NPHM was founded by public housing residents—its goal is to become “a place to experience stories of hope and personal achievement amid struggle, resistance, and resilience,” NPHM said in a statement. WPA posters at the National Public Housing Museum (Barry Brecheisen) AN first reported on the project in 2016, when the Chicago Housing Authority approved the redevelopment of the site. Landon Bone Baker Architects (LBBA) oversaw the adaptive reuse effort, shepherded by Peter Landon. The campaign took 18 years to complete from start to finish—the most noticeable changes on the exterior are new signage, painted onto the brick facade, and a new entryway. Sunny Fischer cofounded NPHM and now sits on the board. She grew up in the Bronx at a public housing campus. Fischer called NPHM a Site of Conscience, or a space to remember and address past injustices and their ongoing legacies. “As a Site of Conscience, we join museums around the world committed to telling complicated and difficult stories, preserving history, and imagining a more just future,” Fischer said. View Inside the Turovitz Apartment (Barry Brecheisen) Upon entry, visitors can see illustrative WPA advertisements for public housing, bygone relics from a time when the federal government invested in such things. Three historic apartments were reconstructed at a 1:1 to scale to show how different generations of public housing residents lived. Instead of your conventional gift shop, the museum store is co-operatively run by public housing residents. NPHM also has a REC Room, a curated space by DJ Spinderella showcasing the beats and melodies born on public housing campuses. The Doris Conant Demand the Impossible Advocacy Space is meant to encourage discussions about social justice. Art by Amanda Williams, Olalekan Jeyifous, and Alphawood Foundation Sculpture Garden animates the building, together with WPA-era Animal Court sculptures by Edgar Miller. In the REC Room, records are on display in wood shelves. (Percy Ollie Jr. of Ollie Photography) Ephemera on display throughout NPHM speaks to the cultural, social, and economic dimensions of life in public housing. (Barry Brecheisen) Francine Washington grew up in public housing and is now a chairperson of the Central Advisory Committee for the Chicago Housing Authority. “This museum is personal,” Washington added. “It’s the first in the country to tell our stories—not just the bricks and buildings but the people who made public housing, home. We’ve always had a voice. Now we have a place that listens.” NPHM executive director Dr. Lisa Yun Lee said the longterm mission is solidifying housing’s place as a human right, not a commodity. Lee envisions it as an “important civic anchor that brings people together to imagine innovative solutions and envision a more equitable future.”