In the News: Elders’ stories are bringing digital models of lost communities to life

March 23, 2026

In the News: Elders’ stories are bringing digital models of lost communities to life

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This week, an article was published in the Ohio State News about CURA's Ghost Neighborhoods of Columbus project. The article titled Elders’ stories are bringing digital models of lost communities to life highlights CURA's recent publication in the International Journal of Digital Humanities, From historical maps to lived experiences: A community-engaged approach to 3D urban modeling of neighborhoods prior to urban highways and urban renewal. The article also includes updates on the project as well as quotes from CURA Director Harvey Miller, CURA GRA Summer Ha, and Shelbi Toone of the Poindexter Village African American Museum. Check out the article below!