Description: Creative place rituals unite us to celebrate and mourn for places and planet. Together, we reflect on where we belong in a shifting world.
I’m Corinna Moebius, Ph.D., a consultant and artist-educator who connects people to place and to each other through arts, dialogue, catalytic learning — and place rituals.
Today, we confront the loss of cherished places—from homes and local businesses to homelands and eco-systems. Many of us feel unsure how to cope with dramatic changes to our communities. We long for civil dialogue that brings together old and new residents, Town and Gown, older and younger generations. In addition to offering courses, workshops and consulting, I design public rituals that bring people together in healing ways that can help restore a sense of community and belonging.
Creative place rituals incorporate storytelling, movement, education, reflection, and dialogue, and can spark engagement in collaboratives aimed at fostering healthy, vibrant and inclusive neighborhoods. I also offer strategic planning guidance and facilitation for Main Street, Complete Streets, and placemaking initiatives.