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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023


Pike County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023





3031 - Community Design/Creative Placemaking
3031.1) 0

Number of participants in creative visioning, planning or assessment programs

3031.2) 4

Number of participants in podcasting or digital storytelling projects

3031.3) 2

Number of documented next steps for an individual or community plan inspired by arts or design engagement projects

3031.4) 8

Number of participants involved in place-based arts initiatives

3031.5) 8

Number of individuals reporting increased knowledge, opinions, skills, and/or aspirations in creative placemaking in their community

3031.6) 1

Number of new projects developed using sound creative placemaking strategies

3031.7) 1

Number of inactive spaces transformed into active public spaces

3031.8) 5

Number of opportunities to discuss individual perceptions of one’s community through interactive arts or design activities

3031.9) 15

Number of participants reporting an increase in community pride through participation in Extension arts or design programming



Success Stories

Mountain Grrl Experience Festival

Author: Kristy Porter

Major Program: Community Design/Creative Placemaking

In 2021, the Mountain Grrl Experience (MGE) festival debuted as a new community arts event in Pikeville, KY that is planned, organized, and executed by a team of local women. Overall, MGE is an exciting art and music event with intent to feature and promote the creativity of women in Appalachia in a safe and supportive environment. According to MGE organizers, their mission is to celebrate and nurture the artistry and strength of Appalachian women.The festival just completed its third and most s

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