Remembering One Spark: Sights & Scenes

Here is a brief look back at general statistics, sights and scenes from Jacksonville's initial One Spark Festival. What did One Spark showcase to you about downtown Jacksonville and our city's potential?
For a link to all the video footage from One Spark 2013 on MetroJacksonville.com on a single page, check out our video recap:

https://www.metrojacksonville.com/article/2013-apr-all-video-recap-of-one-spark-video-coverage-2013

One Spark 2013 Closing Ceremony Key Statistics

Here are key stats from the One Spark 2013 Closing Ceremony held on Sunday, April 21, 2013:

Top 3 Vote Getters in Music:

The 5 & Dime ($2,326.50), Boneshaker ($2,495.36) and Fathom Sphere ($2,509.43).

Top 3 Vote Getters in Technology:

The Riverwalk Project ($2,448.45), Kona School ($3,137.96) and The Wall ($3,466.29).

Top 3 Vote Getters in Science:

123-Fresh ($2,945.65), 1 Food Park Project ($3,189.55) and Tiger Trail ($4,183.94).

Top 3 Vote Getters in Art:

20 Murals in a Year ($4,010.39), Beyond the Facade ($4,202.71) and Rethreaded ($6,768.42)


Additional Statistics

- Estimated 130,000 people attended the 5-day festival in downtown Jacksonville

- Over 40,000 people rode the Skyway between Wednesday and Saturday, according to the Jacksonville Transportation Authority

- Over 50,000 verified votes

- STACHE Investments will invest in 5-7 companies and work with them over the next six months to support, build and grow their ventures in Jacksonville, FL.












































































































What did One Spark showcase to you about downtown Jacksonville and our city's potential?


Article by Ennis Davis