The Wabash Lights - The Beta Test
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A site-specific light installation created by the public on the Wabash stretch of elevated train tracks (L) in Chicago’s loop.
Backers: 918
Average Pledge Per Backer: $65
Funded: $59,481 of $55,000
Dates: Jun 24th -> Jul 26th (33 days)
Project By: Jack C. Newell
Backers: 918
Average Pledge Per Backer: $65
Funded: $59,481 of $55,000
Dates: Jun 24th -> Jul 26th (33 days)
Project By: Jack C. Newell
$59,481
current pledge level
Last Updated: July 26 @ 22:01 -0400 GMT
108%
of goal
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Latest News
Kickstarter Project "Wabash Lights" Set to Launch in Downtown Chicago
February 4th - via: crowdfundinsider.com
[CHICAGO, IL] - “Phase One” plans are said to include over 20,000 total feet of lights along a two-block stretch from Madison to Adams. (Read More)
FINAL PUSH - 1000 backers 
July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey guys - We are in the final hours of our campaign. The support you all have shown so far is amazing. We are asking for one final thing: Help us break 1000 backers for The Wabash Lights! When we raise money for the full installation we want to... (Read More)
LOOK WHAT WE DID!
July 24th - via: kickstarter.com
This is what victory looks like 1. Thank you. 2. Thank you. 3. The campaign is not over, so keep spreading the word and advocating for us! Like it or not, you're part of The Wabash Lights team now! You are responsible for a historic moment in... (Read More)
On the Precipice of Success
July 24th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
4 DAYS LEFT!
July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
We are trying to get 100 backers in 1 day. Please spread the word and help us get 800 backers today! 800 backers (Read More)
S2L Feature
July 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Already think the lights are cool? Just wait till you see this video! (That was written like clickbait, but the video is actually cool). You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Unmute Play with sound 00:00 00:00 The S2L (Sound... (Read More)
5 Days Left!
July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey guys - home stretch here! 1. We talked with Chicagoist - check out the conversation here. 2. PARTY PACK UPDATE:We are working with Chicago and Wabash Ave. based businesses to create a unique Wabash Lights Party Pack. In addition to the sticker... (Read More)
ONE WEEK LEFT!
July 19th - via: kickstarter.com
We have ONE WEEK to make our Kickstarter goal or The Wabash Lights WILL NOT HAPPEN: You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Unmute Play with sound 00:00 00:00 If you're already a backer... - consider upping your pledge, and -... (Read More)
The Wabash Lights: A Conversation With The Designers
July 18th - via: chicagoist.com
CHICAGO, IL - The Elevated (L) tracks running along Wabash Avenue are a testament to the city's pace, its hardworking backbone and its edgy architectural uniqueness. (Read More)
Reddit AMA - TONIGHT at 6PM CST
July 16th - via: kickstarter.com
We are doing a Reddit AMA (Ask Me Anything) tonight: at 6pm - 7pm CST So, if you have questions we will answer them!Join us here: https://www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/ - TWL Team (Read More)
Momentum is Building!
July 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey all - We are past half way with just under two weeks left in the campaign. Here's some more newsy things that happened: 1. WGN Radio - Jack was on The Bill & Wendy show to talk about the lights. 2. Art Report - Did a nice little story about... (Read More)
Fox News + More!
July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey all! Quick update for everyone! We were on Fox News! - Currently, the link to watch it is in the videos section on our facebook page. More: 1. Redesign Report: Designer Duo Aims to Revitalize Chicago's Loop with Interactive Art 2. We breezed... (Read More)
Updates Abound!
July 8th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
Fancy T-Shirts!
July 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Check out how each T-shirt is hand-made by Scott at Teetsy! You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Unmute Play with sound 00:00 00:00 - TWL Team (Read More)
The Wabash Lights - An Update!
July 5th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
Happy 4th of July from The Wabash Lights!
July 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Unmute Play with sound 00:00 00:00 We hope everyone has a happy and safe July 4th weekend! - TWL Team (Read More)
The Design Charette!
July 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Some more info on our newest member of the rewards family, The Design Charette: You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Unmute Play with sound 00:00 00:00 Off English (Read More)
$20
July 1st - via: kickstarter.com
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$5
July 1st - via: kickstarter.com
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25% Funded - Thank you!
June 29th - via: kickstarter.com
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NEW REWARDS!
June 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey guys! We just launched a whole bunch of exciting new rewards for Kickstarter. So, there's a lot more new ways to get involved in The Wabash Lights experience. Design the lights, hang out with us as we test them, drink with us, eat with us, and... (Read More)
New / Different Reward for $100 level
June 29th - via: kickstarter.com
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Happy 46th annual Pride Weekend Chicago!
June 27th - via: kickstarter.com
You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Unmute Play with sound 00:00 00:00 "When all Americans are treated as equal, we are all more free." - President Obama We aim for The Wabash Lights to be a real part of people's lives. If... (Read More)
100 backers!
June 26th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
Chicago Tribune Article!
June 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all - Check out the Chicago Tribune! The Wabash Lights Kickstarter got a great shout out! Please share this link and encourage our friends to back us! Here's the link, share and be like "I'm in the Chicago Tribune!":... (Read More)
Wabash Lights project appealing to Kickstarter masses for funding
June 26th - via: bizjournals.com
CHICAGO, IL - What is normally a dark street could be more colorful if two Chicago designers reach their funding goal. (Read More)
10 percent!
June 25th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)
Comments, anyone?
June 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey guys - Off to a great start on our first full day of Kickstartering! We had a great article from Curbed Chicago come out yesterday (some of you might even be here because of that article!) If not, you can read it here:... (Read More)
Wabash Lights designers launch Kickstarter campaign
June 25th - via: chicagotribune.com
CHICAGO, IL - Plans for colorful interactive lighting on the underside of the Wabash Avenue elevated tracks took a step forward this week with the launch of a Kickstarter campaign to test the idea. (Read More)
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