Jane Jacobs Stories

Writer and activist Jane Jacobs became an urbanist of and for the people, indelibly shaping the way we think about, plan for, and care for our cities. Browse the stories, essays, and toolkits below to learn more about her pioneering work and lasting legacy.

All 8 stories

This May, for Preservation Month, we’re celebrating the power of place—and the countless ways, big and small, that preservation creates. Preservation Month is our chance to show why our work matters!

Celebrate!