University of Florida (University of Florida Libraries, George A. Smathers Libraries)

Ephemeral Cities will allow citizens to explore the evolution of their city through an interactive, Web-based digital city atlas. The project will develop the atlases using GIS (Geographic Information System) and historic and modern map imaging technologies. City-based learning communities will not only use the atlases but will also contribute digital objects to enrich the exploration process for others. Through a partnership of the University of Florida, University of South Florida, Florida International University and the Alachua County Historic Trust/Matheson Museum, the project will develop the model and demonstrate its use in the cities of Gainesville, Tampa, and Key West.