The Cambridge Playlaws are a series plaques that encourage Cambridge citizens to reconnect with their playful selves and to be more playful in public spaces. There are 10.6 plaques in total – 10 complete plaques and 0.6 of plaque that is just over half legible – responding to the way in which the project is funded ie through Public Art Section 106 develop contributions.
The plaques are located within the project’s S106 boundary which takes the form of a 2km diameter circle emanating from Warren Close near to the railway station. The plaques prompt passers-by to do something playful, silly or fanciful; others recall memories of playing out in the past; whilst some imagine a different future for those public spaces.
The content for the plaques was generated with over 4,500 local people through workshops with local schools, a care home and community playing out sessions hosted by Playful Anywhere’s Playbox and documented on a dedicated project website www.cambridgeplaylaws.fun.
The Cambridge Playlaws is a new public art work commissioned by Cambridge City Council working in partnership with Cambridge Junction.
With thanks to all the host venues and supporters: Cambridge City Council, Cambridge Junction, Cambridge Leisure Park, Savills, U+I, CB1, Bidwells, Hot Numbers Cafe, Greater Anglia, The Leys School and CamSkate.
