Michelle Guo

Michelle Guo

This map shows the population of Charlestown between 18-34 years of age. On the western side of Bunker Hill Street, I observed a higher density of seasonal decorations. Adults aged 18-34 make up the largest proportion of the western population, at 42%. Potentially, young parents or young professionals occupy homes on west Bunker Hill Street, and have more incentive to put up and maintain outdoor decorations, spend time outside the home watching kids playing, and contribute to the neighborhood’s collective efficacy. This photograph shows one example of a flowerbox colorfully decorated for the fall season. This home was located at the intersection of Bunker Hill Street and Allston Street. Seasonal decorations such as this flowerbox, fall leaf door wreathes, or pumpkins sitting on doorsteps were counted as indicators of community engagement.