Jane’s Walk is a global festival of free, volunteer-led walking conversations inspired by community activist Jane Jacobs, held annually on the first Saturday in May. With our community partners, Preservation Connecticut coordinated the inaugural Jane’s Walk: Connecticut in 2024. This day of community engagement encourages people to share stories with their neighborhoods, discover aspects of their communities, and connect with their neighbors. 

Jane Jacobs (1916-2006) was a writer, urbanist and activist who championed a community-based approach to city-building.

Jane’s 10 Big Ideas

Learn more at janeswalk.org and by watching this video: