Stratford: Echoes of Memory and the Present
room 7 ECHOES
This soundwalk moves through Stratford’s familiar spaces such as the campus, library, courthouse, and favorite local spots like Jen and Larry’s, Balzac’s, and Sirkel Foods. It also pauses at Memorial Gardens for reflection. Each stop highlights the everyday sounds of footsteps, chatter, and traffic, layering the present moment with echoes of memory. The sound of an ice cream shop may spark nostalgia while the courthouse grounds remind us of history carried into the now. By blending past associations with live listening, this walk transforms ordinary places into a shared story of Stratford where memory and presence overlap in sound.
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The Echoes
Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business
1st stop: The Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business at the University of Waterloo is t…
Stratford Public Library
2nd stop: Welcome to the Stratford Public Library, standing here since 1903. Built with a $15, 000 g…
The Perth County Courthouse
3rd stop: On the banks of the Avon River stands the Perth County Courthouse, a fortress of stone, la…
Jenn and Larry’s Ice cream shop
4th stop: JENN and Larry’s Ice Cream Shoppe, nestled by the river at 49 York Street. Its story begin…
The Memorial Gardens
5th stop: Stratford Memorial Gardens, located in the heart of the city, is a serene public park dedi…
Balzac’s Coffeeshop
6th stop: The very first Balzac’s Coffee Roasters began right here in Stratford in 1996. Inspired by…
Sirkel Foods
7th stop: Sirkel Foods is right across from Stratford’s City Hall! It is a beloved local spot where …
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