Legacy Revitalization: Westwood Project
“Our vision: A dynamic cultural hub where economic growth, culinary innovation, and community healing converge — led from the heart of the historic Westwood Theatre.”
🏛️ Legacy in Action: The Westwood Project
Our vision: A dynamic cultural hub where economic growth, culinary innovation, and community healing converge — led from the heart of the historic Westwood Theatre.
Broken Crayons Still Coloring, LLC was honored to lead the transformation vision for the historic Westwood Theatre in Toledo, Ohio — once a shuttered landmark, now reimagined as a vibrant cultural and economic hub for the Five Points & Library Village community.
Through community-centered visioning, cultural redevelopment, and strategic fundraising guidance, we helped shape a revitalization effort rooted in history, healing, and heritage.
🎯 Our Role
As legacy consultants and vision partners, we:
- Facilitated community visioning sessions
- Aligned redevelopment goals with grant and fund development strategies
- Authored a culturally rooted revitalization narrative
- Created strategic tools to build investor and partner alignment
Our Impact: This engagement helped shape conversations around equity in place-making, Black-owned redevelopment models, and sustainable community investment.
🌱 The Legacy Lives On
“The Westwood Project became a blueprint—not just for a building, but for what happens when equity, story, and strategy align.”
📥 [Optional Download]
[Download the Case Study PDF] – For grantmakers, partners, or legacy project planners
🔄 Transition Status
🟨 This project is now in a community-led transition phase.
While our direct role has concluded, the Westwood model continues to influence our consulting approach for cultural and equity-centered redevelopment.
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The Westwood Initiative — “Dream With Us”
The Westwood Project is more than bricks — it’s the heart of Five Points beating anew.
- Project Overview:
"The Westwood Theatre Redevelopment is a bold initiative to transform a historic site into a cultural and economic hub for the Five Points neighborhood. By restoring the theatre and surrounding areas, we're fostering economic development, cultural pride, and community healing." - 1602 Sylvania Avenue was once a beacon of culture and connection. It's being reimagined as a vibrant, multi-use space for arts, education, food, and enterprise. A true community-led revival.
✔ Cultural Venue & Dinner Theater
✔ Culinary Incubator
✔ Workforce Development
✔ Youth + Elders Programming
Business Opportunities at Westwood
Join the revitalization of the historic Westwood Theatre by establishing your restaurant or café in a space rich with cultural heritage. Benefits include high foot traffic from community events, proximity to the Library Village, and inclusion in a hub designed for arts and culture.
Available Spaces:
Ground-floor units suitable for dining establishments
Outdoor seating areas with access to community events
Why Choose Westwood?
Be part of a community-driven redevelopment
Opportunities for cross-promotion with cultural events
Support from local development initiatives
Express Interest: Contact Us to learn more about leasing opportunities.
How to Get Involved
- Volunteer Opportunities: "Help us breathe life back into the Westwood Theatre. Volunteers are needed for event planning, community outreach, and project management."
- Advisory Board Sign-Up: "Join our advisory board to guide the Westwood project with your expertise, insights, and passion for community revitalization."
- Donation Options: "Your donations make this project possible. Help us restore history and create a brighter future for Toledo."
🟪 Join the Journey
The 1602 Vision – A Historic Comeback
📍 Location: Historic Westwood Theatre (est. 1928)
🏙️ Neighborhood: Five Points & Library Village
💡 Vision: Cultural, culinary, and economic hub
🔨 Progress: Community engagement, city planning, zoning review
💬 Stories From the Seats
“Do you remember the Westwood Theatre? Share your memory.”
👉 [Submit our story here – JotForm link]
🟪 Dream With Us
Scan the QR code for our full revitalization pitch deck + proposal PDF
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🖼 Visual Carousel: Past → Present → Future
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Consulting Services for Small Businesses
business Opportunities at Westwood
Community Impact & Economic Development
Community Impact & Economic Development
Opportunity Highlight: The redevelopment of the Westwood Theatre into a cultural hub is poised to increase foot traffic and community events, creating a vibrant environment for dining establishments.
Join a revitalized community where culture and cuisine converge. The Westwood Project's transformation into a cultural hub promises increased foot traffic and community engagement, offering restaurant owners a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic neighborhood.
Establish your restaurant or café in a space rich with cultural heritage and join the historic Westwood Theatre revitalization. Benefits include high foot traffic from community events, proximity to the Library Village, and inclusion in a hub designed for arts and culture.
Available Spaces:
- Ground-floor units suitable for dining establishments
- Outdoor seating areas with access to community events
Why Choose Westwood?
- Be part of a community-driven redevelopment.
- Opportunities for cross-promotion with cultural events.
- Support from local development initiatives.
Express Interest:
Contact Us to learn more about leasing opportunities.
Community Impact & Economic Development
Community Impact & Economic Development
Community Impact & Economic Development
Alignment with City Goals: Your initiatives support urban revitalization, cultural enrichment, and community engagement.
Our projects align with city development objectives by revitalizing historic spaces, promoting cultural activities, and fostering community participation, contributing to the city's overall growth and vibrancy.
The Westwood Project is more than a cultural revival; it's an economic catalyst for the Five Points and Library Village neighborhoods.
Projected Outcomes:
- Creation of over 50 jobs during and post-construction
- Increase in local business revenue by 20% within the first year
- Enhanced property values in surrounding areas
Community Benefits:
- Accessible cultural and educational programs.
- Spaces for community gatherings and events
- Partnerships with local schools and organizations
We invite city council members to support this initiative, which aligns with our shared vision for a vibrant and inclusive community.
arts and cultural engagement
Community Impact & Economic Development
arts and cultural engagement
Support for Arts and Culture: Your commitment to arts through programs and events enhances the cultural landscape.
We champion the arts by hosting events, supporting local artists, and integrating cultural programming into community development, enriching the area's artistic heritage.
The Westwood Project's heart is dedicated to the arts and cultural expression.
Planned Initiatives:
- Rotating art exhibitions featuring local artists
- Workshops and classes in various art forms
- Public art installations co-created with community members
Opportunities for Artists:
- Residency programs
- Commissioned works
- Collaborative projects with community groups
We seek to collaborate with the Arts Commission to ensure these programs meet the highest cultural excellence and community relevance standards.