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WAYFINDING & INTERPRETIVE SIGNAGE
Description
Signs and other interpretive materials assist residents and visitors in
understanding the history of a place. Designing interpretive materials that
are visually interesting and legible are key to creating a program that informs
people as they live and work in and visit the community.
Interpretive Markers and Materials
Concentrated in parks and open spaces such as the Oak Point Park Nature
and Retreat Center and the Lt. Russell A. Steindam Park, these materials inform
people about the history behind the name of the place, the history of the place,
Haggard Park Street Sign Topper and locations of significant events.
Street Sign Markers
Connected to and located above street signs, small signs indicate the name of
the heritage district through which a person is traveling. While these signs are
small, they are informative and help a person recognize the heritage resources
of the area.
Summary of Issues
A There is no comprehensive citywide interpretive sign/marker plan.
Interpretive Sign at the Old City Cemetery
Wayfinding & Interpretive Signage Policy Statement
Ensure that Plano’s historical resources are accessible and easy to locate.
Recommendations
A Develop a comprehensive, citywide interpretive sign and marker program
to create a recognizable and consistent design that highlights historic
districts, neighborhoods, streets, buildings, etc. throughout Plano.
A Improve way-finding signage leading to Plano’s heritage districts, historic
neighborhoods and cemeteries.
A Partner with transportation agencies to create signage and programming
that directs travelers from across the region to downtown and other
historic locations across the city.
Easily visible street signs lead visitors to Plano’s heritage districts, historic
neighborhoods, landmarks, and cemeteries.
90 Preservation Plano 150 NOVEMBER 2018
