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Guiding Principles These principles guide the planning process, harmonizing Sustainability + Resilience, Legacy, and Community. Recognizing the site’s environmental challenges, Sustainability + Resilience are introduced as core principles, steering the plan’s decision-making. Community envisions an accessible and unified site, expanding the UMLAUF’s reach, and fostering deep connections with Austin’s community. Legacy seeks not only to preserve the historic zone, but to also amplify Charles Umlauf’s artistic heritage, offering art education opportunities for all. The plan honors Umlauf’s legacy by expanding the museum’s reach through new and diverse programs, all while addressing environmental concerns affecting both the sculpture garden and its surroundings. Carefully devised strategies, detailed on the subsequent page, will interlace these principles, ensuring a harmonious integration that preserves the UMLAUF’s essence while guiding it into a sustainable and community-oriented future. Sustainability + Resilience Legacy Community INTRODUCTION | 28 UMLAUF HPEU PLANPlan Objectives Aligned with the Guiding Principles, the plan objectives group a series of main strategies. Ranging from unifying the site to advancing arts education, these objectives serve as a guide for informed decision-making throughout the planning and design process. Each objective encapsulates targeted strategies, ensuring a cohesive approach to the UMLAUF’s vision. Site unification Incorporating the adjacent land that includes the home of Angeline and Charles Umlauf, their private sculpture garden, and the artist’s studio to the site’s experience. Seamlessly unifying the three main areas of the site, creating an accessible site-wide experience. Historic preservation Preserving the Historic Homestead, comprising Umlaufs’ home, studio, and private sculpture garden. Sharing the story of Charles Umlauf and the Umlauf family with the community through an interpretive experience. Sustainability + environmental rehabilitation Managing energy and water responsibly, addressing site issues, and respecting the city’s environment while safeguarding the ecology and biodiversity of the site. Community connection Implementing community-driven planning, and creating spaces that foster a welcoming experience for everyone in the city to enjoy while connecting with art and nature. Arts education expansion Infusing the site with learning and exploration opportunities, making the whole site a learning experience. INTRODUCTION | 29 UMLAUF HPEU PLANPlanning Process The planning process matches two main timelines: planning and design, and community engagement. Please refer to the Community Engagement section for more details about the stakeholder engagement sessions. Discovery Exploration Synthesis The Discovery Phase of the plan involved detailed analysis of the physical conditions of the UMLAUF’s site, and initial community engagement efforts, including an online survey. This process provided a comprehensive understanding of the site constraints and opportunities, as well the community’s and the UMLAUF’s staff priorities and values. The Exploration Phase builds off the information collected in the previous phase to test multiple plan scenarios to accommodate the required program and priorities. Alternatives were reviewed with the community, board of directors, technical advisory group, and focus groups, and were refined to determine a preferred alternative. The Synthesis Phase combines analysis and decisions made in the prior phases to develop a strategy for plan implementation. The planning process, guidelines, and implementation strategies are documented in a final report. INTRODUCTION | 30 UMLAUF HPEU PLAN03 Community Engagement Community Engagement Tools Community Engagement Plan Public Sessions Work Sessions Technical Advisory Group Community Events Survey Community’s Priorities UMLAUF HPEU PLANCommunity Engagement Tools TAG sessions Work sessions Public Sessions Community Events Online Survey The Technical Advisory Group is comprised of a group of technical experts from the City of Austin that provide their insights, skills, guidance, and expertise. The TAG guided the planning group with their policy, community, and technical knowledge on topics around water management, transit, historic preservation, sustainability, and other topics. The work sessions, or focus groups, were attended by three groups of community stakeholders on topics of relevant matter for the UMLAUF’s plan: Neighborhood, Arts + Education, and Environment. The working groups provided thoughtful feedback from their first-hand experience and community knowledge. Public sessions were integral to the planning process, gathering members of Austin’s community for discussions about their priorities and concerns around the project. Community members actively participated, offering valuable feedback on initial concepts, fostering a collaborative and inclusive approach to the plan’s development. Tabling at community events facilitated engagement, created connections with the community, increased survey participation and broadened outreach for the UMLAUF. This approach not only increased awareness of the plan but also introduced the sculpture garden to community members previously unfamiliar with it. Over 600 complete responses were gathered through an online survey, drawing feedback from both new and existing community members, enriching the plan’s insights with a diverse range of perspectives. Online Presence: UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum website, City of Austin PARD website, City of Austin PARD newsletter COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 32 UMLAUF HPEU PLANCommunity Engagement Plan The plan conducted three rounds of community engagement during the discovery and exploration phases. Each round comprised a TAG session, an environment-arts-neighborhood a work session, and a public meeting. The first round introduced the site and gathered initial ideas and concerns. The second round sought feedback on plan alternatives, and the third gathered input on refined plan ideas. An online survey and tabling at a series of community events were also part of the community engagement process. This comprehensive approach ensured collaborative decision-making and enhanced the overall development process. The final plan will be shared with the community in an additional public session. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 33 UMLAUF HPEU PLANPublic session 1: card game UMLAUF HPEU PLANPublic Session Round 1 36attendees Location: UMLAUF Date: September 28, 2023 Format: In-person session 1. Home and studio tour 2. Project introduction 3. Card game 4. Card game summary Attendees: Full list included in appendix The card game serves as a prioritization exercise, encouraging community members to engage in conversations and select their top priorities for the plan, fostering inclusive decision-making. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 35 UMLAUF HPEU PLANNeighborhood Stormwater Runoff Through the Sculpture Garden Public Session Round 1 Card game: The card game serves as a prioritization exercise, with a deck symbolizing plan needs identified by the UMLAUF, technical advisory group, community focus groups, and initial site analysis. Comprised of a deck of 32 cards, addressing topics like accessibility, sustainability, arts + education, historic preservation, community, mobility, and operations, each card is assigned a score correlating to estimated investment (5 to 40 points). Three blank cards were also provided per team to invite new ideas to be shared. Teams negotiated and discussed, striving to reach 400 points, fostering collaborative decision-making and aiming for diverse perspectives to contribute to the project’s priorities. The full deck of cards is shown to the right. The top 11 cards that were prioritized among the teams are highlighted and were considered to build the community’s priorities that guided the planning process. Blank card + 3 blank cards Expanded Garden Exhibit Space Indoor Space for Child and Teen Education Expanded Exhibition Space for Permanent Collection Make the Gallery ADA Accessible Make the Sculpture Garden ADA Accessible Make the Home, Studio and Private Garden Accessible Preservation of Umlauf’s Home Preservation of Umlauf’s Studio Preservation of Angie’s Garden Enhanced Crosswalks and Sidewalk Access COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 36 UMLAUF HPEU PLANRe-wildingPaths and Viewing PlatformsSpace for Environmental EducationNeighborhood Stormwater Runoff to Barton CreekNatural TerracingIrrigation SystemOutdoor Infrastructure for Ecology, Nature, and Wildlife ProgramsLiving Space for Artists in ResidenceOutdoor Spaces for Art-MakingExhibitions About Umlauf’s Life and ProcessIndoor Space for Rotating Exhibitions of Local and Contemporary ArtNew Dedicated Spaces for Outdoor Public EventsDedicated Spaces for Private EventsFood Concessions and Coffee StandsIncreased On-site ParkingShuttle from Off-site Parking and Nearby PlacesEnhancements of Existing Garden Exhibit SpaceIncreased VegetationLighting in GardenAdditional admin and office space for expanded staffPurpose-built storage space for art collection____________________The cards sparked insightful conversations about the needs of the UMLAUF and the community among the attendees. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 37 UMLAUF HPEU PLANPublic Session Round 2 16attendees Location: UMLAUF Date: August 24, 2023 Format: In-person session 1. Presentation of community engagement feedback and design options 2. Role play and site explo- ration of the two proposed sites 3. Team sharing and open discussion Attendees: Full list included in appendix Visiting the treehouse site Attendees were encouraged to explore the two site alternatives beyond their individual viewpoints, considering how other users would experience it. Exploration walk Envisioning the gateway site Exploring current accessibility challenges Update on plan explorations COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 38 UMLAUF HPEU PLANPublic Session Round 2 During the second public meeting, attendees were presented with two accessibility scenarios: treehouse and gateway. These scenarios responded to the community’s priorities that were shared during the first round of engagement efforts. The treehouse suggested a connection in the north area of the site, linking the sculpture garden trail to the historic zone with an elevator. The gateway strategy proposed an accessible connection at the arrival area, connecting to the house and studio through a natural and interpretive promenade along the site’s eastern side. Both options would host necessary programmatic elements for events and education. These early explorations, crucial in making the higher area of the site accessible, evolved into the current plan based on feedback from the public, technical experts, community representatives, and UMLAUF staff. Main connector Historic preservation Water management / flows Circulation to house and studio Treehouse exploration 1 2 Main connection point Gateway exploration 1 2 Main connection point Historic preservation of home, studio, and garden Historic preservation of home, studio, and garden COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 39 UMLAUF HPEU PLANPublic Session Round 2 Community’s feedback: In the second public meeting attendees were presented with both scenarios, followed by a site walk to both sites. The attendees were given a card that represented a user (see below) and were encouraged to imagine how that user would experience the site. Participants envisioned and discussed challenges and opportunities, fostering an interactive exploration of both scenarios. The received feedback carefully informed the evolution of the plan. Treehouse Gateway • Fosters a beneficial connection between arts • education and the house and studio. It creates a concentration of activity around the house and studio, which could be positive. • The connection from the parking lot to the treehouse elevator (for events, vendors, deliveries), might be too long. • Concerns of relying too much on elevator to get to the hill. Would like to see other ways to explore the site. • Would need ADA parking on top level, not only on the big parking lot on Azie Morton. • It created a positive connection to the waterfall, with maximized views and sounds of nature. • Creates an opportunity to re-consider the • pedestrian access, connection to the building from the current entry. It brings all the accessibility to the front of the site, instead of it being a journey. Would like see more explorations on accessibility around the site. It can be a long walk to get to the House and Studio from the gateway scenario. • More sculptures along the pathway to • the house and studio would be crucial for enhancing the experience and interpretation. A wheelchair user visiting the sculpture garden A dad and kids having outdoor time A 7-year-old kid going to summer arts camp General A bride/groom on their wedding day at the UMLAUF An arts college student looking to learn more about sculpture A garden party attendee (or vendor) • Overall accessibility concerns, would like it to be an experience throughout the site, and not concentrated in one single location. • Must consider the elevator’s capacity for multiple wheelchairs, vendors, and sculptures. • Must preserve the site’s sense of discovery and exploration. • Explore interpretation, wayfinding and • education strategies. Improve lighting, consider the garden experience at night, while being respectful of other species. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 40 UMLAUF HPEU PLANPublic Session Round 3 25attendees Location: UMLAUF Date: October 23, 2023 Format: In-person session 1. Presentation of refined plan and design guidelines 2. Guided discussion 3. Open Q&A 4. Presentation of next steps Attendees: Full list included in appendix Participants responded to a refined plan and design guidelines during an open discussion, contributing with insightful perspectives for shaping the project in the synthesis phase. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 41 UMLAUF HPEU PLANPublic Session Round 3 In the final public session, attendees were presented a refined plan, seamlessly merging elements from the gateway and treehouse explorations. This responsive integration addresses feedback to distribute accessibility efforts across the site, and preserving the site’s exploratory essence. The refined exploration aligns with current programmatic needs, expanding art and education spaces for the community and accommodating museum operations and storage. This holistic approach ensures the project serves diverse needs, including dynamic and inclusive spaces for exhibitions and community events, and expanding the arts and environmental education opportunities across the whole site. The refined scenario unifies the UMLAUF’s site, activating pivotal locations: the gateway, enhancing the arrival experience and providing options for free exploration, and the treehouse, linking the historic area with the museum garden, and housing education and event spaces. This refined version carefully evolved into the current plan considering the feedback received from the public, technical experts, community representatives, and UMLAUF staff and Board of Directors. The Community’s Feedback: • Prioritize natural lighting with wildlife impact in mind. Incorporate water sounds into the experience. • • Address UMLAUF’s parking, it should meet the needs of the community. • The planning process itself is educational on itself, it could be part of the educational program. Identify all the vegetation species on site and include them in the learning experience. • Landscape and sculpture maps could be • included in the user’s experience. Introduce accessible trails in the wild area. • • Guarantee the integration of buildings with the natural landscape, demonstrating utmost respect for ecosystems. • The treehouse looks like a part of the exploration experience and not the main element. The green roof minimizes the impact, it looks very accessible. It is crucial to tackle water concerns, including both on-site issues and the water leaving the site. • • The treehouse would benefit from having program in the mid-levels. • The goal should be to create a great building that is “invisible.” COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 42 Refined Plan Historic preservation of home, studio, and garden Treehouse, connecting the garden with the historic zone Gateway, connecting with the promenade 1 2 3 4 5 Natural zone trail Parking extension UMLAUF HPEU PLANPublic session 2: site exploration 43 UMLAUF HPEU PLANArts + education Neighborhood Environmental • Avoid concrete, think of this space as an biodiversity. • The wilder you go with landscape, the platforms around the site. oasis. better. Environmental • Consider natural terracing for water management. • Think of re-wilding strategies to tackle urban heat islands. • Create a wildlife corridor, consider • Create new paths, trails, and viewing • Prioritize storm water management. Environmental • Consider re-wilding and ecological • restoration of the site. It is important to include ecological education in the program and planning process. Mobility • A shuttle for the arts and nature could alleviate parking needs and mobility issues. • Full-site accessibility would be great. Work Sessions Round 1 3sessions 9attendees Format: In-person 1. Project introduction 2. Site walk 3. Discussion Attendees: Arts + education Marie Ortiz (MACC) Rosa Fry (Preservation Austin) Tony Vo (AARC) Matthew Gaston (ZBG) Danny Orendorff (TCA) Environmental Bill Bunch (SOS) Cynthia Klemmer (ZBG/PARD) Holly Hawk (ZBG) Neighborhood Ingrid Weigand (BCNA) Diversity and Inclusion: • Focus on diversity and opportunities to showcase different cultures. • Consider spaces for hosting teen/youth internships and programs. Community: • Include concessions and coffee stands without admission, open to the community. • Users need spaces in the garden to cool- off in summer days. • Think of a food program, not only for garden visitors, but for everyone around. Other programming: • Dedicated spaces for private events are needed, it will avoid interrupting public and education programs. • Consider more and diverse outdoor programming, and appropriate outdoor spaces to host it. • An art residency with outdoor art-making opportunities could be integrated. • The UMLAUF will need more space for office and storage once the spaces are restored. Improved accessibility from the parking across the street is crucial. • COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 44 UMLAUF HPEU PLANWork Sessions Round 2 1session 8attendees Date: September 12, 2023 Format: Remote 1. Project introduction 2. Discussion Attendees: Cynthia Klemmer (ZBG/PARD) Jack Nokes (Neighborhood) Katie Robillard (Austin Parks Foundation) Matthew Gaston (ZBG) Rosa Fry (Preservation Austin) Marie Ortiz (MACC) Ingrid Weigand (BCNA) Danny Orendorff (TCA) Content During the second workshop, attendees were presented the first design explorations (treehouse and gateway). During this phase, the design team was exploring two potential sites. During the discussion, attendees were asked about concerns and opportunities for both sites. Feedback • The southern end of the site is unimproved. Ideally, this would be an opportunity for wilding (not re-wilding since it is kind of already there with almost no invasive species). • A wildlife corridor could have a viewing deck, birding programs etc. if it is kept as a natural space with minimal access. • Consider a hybrid option that includes both potential sites working together. • Almost need both options (treehouse and gateway), a walk to the home and studio from the gateway site sounds lovely even if its strenuous. Round 3 1session 4attendees Date: October 10, 2023 Format: Remote 1. Project introduction 3. Discussion Attendees: Bill Bunch (SOS) Rosa Fry (Preservation Austin) Marie Ortiz (MACC) Matthew Gaston (ZBG) Content Workshop 3 was a virtual session using Miro as a tool to collect feedback and guide participants through the revised plan suggestions, facilitating an interactive and collaborative online engagement experience. Feedback • Consider making improvements to the Azie Morton crossing. • Accessibility improvements will still be needed in the garden: grading, surface improvements. • Appreciation for the low-impact parking solution and goal of net neutral impervious cover. • Consider the interpretive experience - showing how Charles Umlauf lived and worked. • There is a challenge for Historic Preservation, there is a risk with higher visitation and potentially uncontrolled exposure. • Make sure to maintain the site’s sense of discovery. • Consider a cafe for the gateway, and take advantage of the nice views in that spot. • A portion of the site should be open to the public, even if not during regular museum hours. • Water runoff should be managed in a way that integrates an engineered solution with the needs of the site. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 45 UMLAUF HPEU PLANTechnical Advisory Group 3sessions 11members TAG members: Laura Esparza, PARD Christine Chute Canul, PARD Ellen Colfax, PARD Greg Montes, PARD Planning John Middleton, WPD Juan Bustillos, PARD Justin Good, TPW Kimberly McKnight, PARD Melissa Alvarado, COA Heritage Tourism Leslie Lilly, WPD Paulinda Lanham, TPW Steven Linett, PARD Formats: Meeting 1: on-site, site exploration Meetings 2 + 3: virtual sessions The planning team convened with the TAG group three times, seeking technical insights and subject-matter expertise related to the site and its context. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 46 UMLAUF HPEU PLANPresence at Community Events The UMLAUF actively engaged in community events, discussing the project with community members and promoting the online survey to ensure ample and diverse feedback for the comprehensive development of the plan. Hillside Concert UMLAUF After Dark Oita Japan Fest Viva México Austin Museum Day Date: July 25, 2023 Location: Pan Am Hillside Theatre Date: August 1, 2023 Location: UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum Date: September 9, 2023 Location: Asian American Resource Center Date: September 16, 2023 Location: Pan Am Hillside Theatre Date: September 17, 2023 Location: UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum Black to School: Block Party Date: August 31, 2023 Location: George Washington Carver Museum, organized by Joyous Tutoring COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 47 UMLAUF HPEU PLANSurvey The online survey served as a comprehensive tool to collect ample and diverse feedback from the community. With approximately 20 questions, it featured two versions: one for those who have visited the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum and another one for those who hadn’t. The survey questions covered key plan areas such as historic preservation, water management, sustainability, arts and education, and community and private events. Through rankings, multiple-choice, and open-ended questions, community feedback was analyzed and categorized to identify the community’s priorities. The version for community members that have not visited the UMLAUF aimed to identify obstacles faced and opportunities to make the UMLAUF more appealing and accessible to Austin’s diverse public, contributing to a more inclusive and informed plan. The survey additionally served as a means to introduce community members unfamiliar with the sculpture garden to the UMLAUF’s mission, programs, and upcoming public events. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 48 UMLAUF HPEU PLANPrefer not to answer Non Hispanic or Latino Hispanic or Latino Prefer not to answer 60+ 60+ 35 to 59 35 to 59 25 to 34 25 to 34 19 to 24 19 to 24 Under 18 Prefer not to answer 60+ 35 to 59 25 to 34 19 to 24 Under 18 American Indian Native Hawaiian Other White Asian Black Other Transgender Non-binary Male Female Prefer not to answer Demographics 500 have visited 134 have not visited Have visited the UMLAUF Survey Results 634completed surveys* Participation window: July 24, 2023 to September 21, 2023 *A total of 740 surveys were received, of which 106 only answered to the first question of “Have you visited the UMLAUF Museum + Sculpture Garden?” Have not visited the UMLAUF 60+ 35 to 59 25 to 34 19 to 24 Under 18 Prefer not to answer Age: Ethnicity: Race: Gender: Prefer not to answer 60+ Under 18 Non Hispanic or Latino Non Hispanic or Latino Hispanic or Latino Prefer not to answer 35 to 59 Hispanic or Latino 60+ 35 to 59 25 to 34 19 to 24 25 to 34 19 to 24 Under 18 Prefer not to answer Under 18 Non Hispanic or Latino 60+ Prefer not to answer Hispanic or Latino Non Hispanic or Latino American Indian White Other Other American Indian Hispanic or Latino White Native Hawaiian 60+ 35 to 59 35 to 59 25 to 34 25 to 34 19 to 24 19 to 24 Under 18 Under 18 Non Hispanic or Latino Other Prefer not to answer Non Hispanic or Latino Hispanic or Latino Hispanic or Latino Other American Indian White American Indian White Native Hawaiian Other Prefer not to answer Prefer not to answer Transgender Transgender Non-binary Native Hawaiian Asian Asian Black Black Other Non-binary Male Male Female Female Asian Native Hawaiian Black Asian Black Other Other Prefer not to answer Female Prefer not to answer Transgender Transgender Non-binary Non-binary Non-binary Male Transgender Male Female Prefer not to answer Female Other COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 49 Other Other American Indian Native Hawaiian Male White American Indian White American Indian or White Alaska Native Native Hawaiian Asian Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander Asian Black Black Asian Black Other Other Other Prefer not to answer Transgender Prefer not to answer Transgender Non-binary Non-binary Male Male Female Female 60+ 35 to 59 25 to 34 19 to 24 Under 18 Non Hispanic or Latino Hispanic or Latino Hispanic or Latino Non-Hispanic or Latino American Indian Native Hawaiian Other White Asian Black Other Transgender Non-binary Male Female Prefer not to answer UMLAUF HPEU PLANSurvey Results Zip Code The survey received a significant number of submissions from the 78704 zip code, which includes neighborhoods such as Barton Hills, Travis Heights, Zilker, and Bouldin Creek, all adjacent to the UMLAUF. However, while we observe good distribution across the city, there is a lower participation from the eastern area. Efforts were made to engage with neighborhoods east of I-35, including partnering with local organizations, participating in community events, and displaying posters in local shops to increase visibility. To enhance awareness of the UMLAUF in eastern neighborhoods, the plan recommends implementing marketing and program strategies targeting East Austin communities, with a special focus on highlighting opportunities for free admission. A continuous engagement plan to solicit feedback on programming and accessibility will pave the way for more equitable and inclusive offerings. This approach will enable a wider segment of the Austin population to access and enjoy all that the UMLAUF has to offer. 78759 78758 78731 78757 78746 78705 78723 UMLAUF 78701 78702 78704 78745 78748 More than 50 10-20 5-9 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 50 UMLAUF HPEU PLANSurvey Results Mobility + Transit The survey inquired about survey-taker’s current and preferred modes of transportation to the UMLAUF. The preference for personal car travel decreased by 15.53%, while the inclination towards public transit grew by 23.5%. “Using the Lady Bird Trail” also saw a notable increase of 21.29%. Despite these shifts, personal car usage remained the most favored option, suggesting factors like limited connectivity from people’s homes to the UMLAUF or the convenience of private vehicles. While respondents expressed a desire for alternative transportation, the continued popularity of personal cars underscores the need to address existing barriers to accessing the site and mobility preferences in the planning process. The increase in options such as public transit, biking, and using the trail, reveal an opportunity to improve active mobility connections to the site and consider different modes of arrival to the sculpture garden. How do you usually get to the UMLAUF? How would you prefer to get to the UMLAUF? 82.80% 67.27% 4.40% 1% 1.40% 6.20% 2.60% 10.84% 24.50% 22.69% 16.67% 14.66% Other 1.60% 3.01% COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 51 UMLAUF HPEU PLANSurvey Results Environmental The survey aimed to gauge community awareness of historical environmental issues impacting the UMLAUF, specifically storm water runoff and water pollution. Nearly 50% from both surveyed groups indicated they were not familiar with these concerns. This highlights an opportunity for environmental education within the plan and underscores the need to incorporate these critical site issues in engagement efforts, ensuring a well-informed community and fostering a deeper understanding of the environmental context surrounding the UMLAUF. The UMLAUF is looking to solve a major water pollution problem. How familiar are you with the environmental concerns of the site, such as storm water discharge concentration and poor water quality caused by upstream development? Have visited the UMLAUF: Have not visited the UMLAUF: Not at all familiar 48.10% Not at all familiar 46.27% Not so familiar 22.85% Not so familiar 21.64% Somewhat familiar 21.84% Somewhat familiar 28.36% Very familiar 7.21% Very familiar 3.73% COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 52 UMLAUF HPEU PLANSurvey Results Historic Preservation The survey also served an educational role, offering insight into historic preservation. Accompanied by photos, a brief overview of the current state of the home and studio preceded a question seeking community preferences about the spaces’ programming. Nearly 70% expressed a desire for the space to function in arts education, while 48% also prioritized preservation with access for scheduled tours. Additional suggestions included research and art residency use, and broadening access from private to public tours. The full list of recommendations is available in the report’s appendix. In 1985, Charles and Angeline Umlauf gifted their home, property, and art studio for public enjoyment and education. The house and studio are currently on the property but have no public access (see photos below). How do you think the artist’s historic home and studio could better serve the community? (Please select all that apply) Other: Be preserved, with access for scheduled tours only Serve as an arts education space 48.90% • Virtual/video tour shown online and in main 69.94% • Historic preservation and teaching about sculpture is most important • Art school • Be a precedent of ecology and environmental • Use for scholars' research, and artist residency • award I would love it if somehow the grounds could be included in a self guided walking tour of the rest of the Umlauf gardens • Make accessibility part of the museum/garden experience gallery superiority works etc. • Conduct art shows for local artists to show their • Certain number of free events and times/dates free community rentals • Display vintage pieces of furniture and phones, • Be a space for pubic tours also • I would imagine art lessons would honor his legacy • Preserve some parts that show process, but open up more to work in his space Find full list of comments in appendix COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 53 Photos of the home and studio included in the survey Be used for smaller events 39.88% No preference 9.02% Other 11.42% UMLAUF HPEU PLANSurvey Results Historic Preservation The artist’s home and studio are surrounded by an ample private garden (see photos below). How do you think the garden could better serve the community? (Please select all that apply) Building on the Historic Preservation topic, the survey inquired about the community’s preference for the private sculpture garden surrounding the home and studio. A majority (76%) favored it becoming publicly accessible as an extension to the existing sculpture garden, followed by it serving as a space for arts and ecology education. Be open to the public, as an extension to the current sculpture garden Serve as an arts and ecology education space 76% 64% Be available for small private events 47.2% No preference 4.8% Photos of the private sculpture garden included in the survey Other 4% COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | 54 UMLAUF HPEU PLAN