Of Kith and Kids

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Of Kith and Kids

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Jul 30, 2013

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Adventure Playgrounds are public spaces for children that encourage managed risk. At a quick glance, they look like junkyards. Transom Donor Fund winner, Erin Davis has been obsessed with these playgrounds lately and is now telling their story in radio and video.
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Jul 30, 2013

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