Future Friday: Cities as Engines of the Economy

Gain valuable insights into how cities can become engines of economic prosperity. The event will feature an optimistic look at the future economy, followed by a focused discussion on strategies for urban areas to drive growth and development. Explore how cities can leverage innovation and collaboration to enhance economic resilience and address challenges like downtown revitalization. Hosted by James Darius Ball, director of Future Cities, this one-hour event will offer actionable takeaways for fostering thriving cities across America.  

About Future Fridays 

Future Fridays is the first online event series of the National Building Museum’s Future Cities initiative, bringing together leading experts and practitioners to explore innovative ideas for building vibrant, resilient cities. Hosted by James Darius Ball, director of Future Cities, each virtual session focuses on different aspects of urban development and growth. This national program aims to address the key challenges shaping the future of urban environments. Held the first Friday of each month via Zoom, these one-hour events are designed to inspire and energize with actionable insights, helping to create a more prosperous future for cities that serve all Americans. By creating a space for collaborative idea-sharing, each session seeks to generate real-world solutions to urban challenges. 

This Program is part of the National Building Museum’s Future Cities Initiative. A special thank you to our sponsors AARP and Rooted Communities.