Michael John Heagerty
COMMUNITY FACILITATOR

About

b. 1986, HK.

 

Michael John Heagerty

Activations of un-used Real Estate to create real Impact: Curation, Pop-Up shops, exhibitions, events and experiences + experimental marketing

| Michaeljohnheagerty@gmail.com

There are no layaways, refunds or exchanges with my fascination with forgotten spaces.
You deserve to feel proud of your progress. Although it’s tough for me as I’m always in it, working and being critical of myself…I am quite proud of the @mccarthy_mercantile and excited to develop a new first floor space that will
Tomorrow the @syracuseurbanism will be hosting the SOLD OUT Smart Growth in CNY conference at the @mccarthy_mercantile - with the goal of building a stronger conversation about how to plan for the right kind of growth to shape Central New York for t
Lamp.
Golden hour magic.
By choosing from day one to be hospitality driven, Small businesses - @wildflowers_syr and the slew of indie shops and services at the @mccarthy_mercantile below it - Have blended traditional values with innovative approaches and have been crucial i

I tend to look through the lens of exploration, being drawn to overlooked or under-utilized urban pockets that can be re-imagined. Celebrating the anti-ordinary, envisioning the long-term affects on the social community and locational identity of forgotten spaces is my specialty. Activation of improvisational urban projects via promotions that contribute to local pride and give Syracuse, NY a series of unique and fun activities to enjoy is my mission.

Through collaborations with the local creative class of the Mighty Salt City, I’ve accomplished a series of whimsical interventions and community building events that provide alternative uses for forgotten urban spaces.

Pop-up Parklets on asphalt, colorful Installations in alleyways, reclaiming the city one project at a time with grassroots efforts.

For commissions, press inquiries, collaborations or comments please send me a line via e-mail.