Mott Haven, Bronx has always been a good place to live; a place where myriad communities met and mingled in that special way that defines our larger New York City cultural landscape. But more than its proximity to Manhattan or its architectural assets – including three historical districts - Mott Haven's biggest asset is the community of activists that call it home, and the public spaces and visions for the future they have forged at a grassroots level. This tour will take visitors through a few of those important community spaces, while contextualizing contemporary activist efforts within the long, rich history of the neighborhood. Led by Monxo López, Mott Haven resident and Mellon Foundation Fellow at the Museum of the City of New York.

About the Guide:
Monxo López is a researcher, educator, cartographer, and South Bronx-based urban activist. He is currently a Mellon Foundation Fellow at the Museum of the City of New York, and was a Mapping Fellow at the Design Trust for Public Spaces. He is also a founding member of South Bronx Unite (a local environmental justice organization), as well as a founding and board member of the Mott Haven/Port Morris Community Land Stewards, the local Community Land Trust. López holds a Ph.D. in political science from CUNY’s Graduate Center. He grew up in Puerto Rico, and currently lives in Mott Haven, the South Bronx.

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IMPORTANT LOGISTICAL INFORMATION:

• Before registering for this event, please read the below Safety Protocol.
• You must also sign a tour waiver before attending the tour, which will be sent to you via email in advance.
• We cannot accommodate any walk-ups for the tour, so please be sure to register in advance.
• The tour will be conducted through a walking tour app. We will be sending more information via email in advance of the event. You can download it in advance or on the day of the program onto your phone. You must have an iPhone or Android phone in order to participate.
• In case of rain, the tour will not be rescheduled, and we will refund your ticket. Please check the email you registered with for the tour for important updates.
• The tour will meet at Grand Concourse and 138th Street, just outside of the 4/5 train station (138th Street-Grand Concourse), the first 4/5 train stop in the Bronx.  The tour will be 75 - 90 minutes.  Participants should be prepared to walk or stand for the entire time.  
• Please email programs@mcny.org with any questions.

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