Masks On, Williamstown!
This past fall, I collaborated with the Williamstown, MA Board of Health to launch the “Masks On, Williamstown!” campaign on Spring Street. In the heart of Williamstown and just steps from Williams College, Spring Street is a popular byway for pedestrians of all ages. Recognizing that the community had been bombarded with warnings and safety rules as a result of COVID-19, I developed a friendly and inclusive approach to the mask-wearing mission. Bright yellow “notes” were applied to brick buildings with complimentary messages like, “That mask looks great on you!” Colorful banners were installed from light posts and garbage cans were wrapped with (masked) cows offering humorous tips to pedestrians. We’re aiming for a community-wide, mask-wearing, movement… and if we gain a few smiles along the way, it’s a win-win.