NEVERHOME
a geolocated sound walk
neverhome
is an embodied, participatory experience of displacement.
An expeditionary creation guiding audiences on a walk through public space, contemplating the meaning of βhomeβ and βjourney.β
This project is a living collaboration, continually enriched by the shared stories of our community members.
neverhome is a geolocated soundwalk β an audio experience played from your digital device, site-specifically "installed" on a route along the Lakewood Gulch Trail from the 40 West Arts Nexus to Parque de la Amistad.
The soundwalk plays through an app on your device, playing a sound score responding to your device's GPS coordinates. It's available for free anytime you choose.
You can go with friends or alone, listen on headphones or a portable speaker (respectful of other park users), and take as long as you want to explore the stories and sounds that comprise the experience.
β HERE'S HOW β
1. Download the ECHOES app.
2. Download the 'neverhome' soundwalk.
https://explore.echoes.xyz/collections/eU2cDZ6aHLbwNK99
For tech troubleshoots, see the FAQ below.
3. Go to the start location.
Park at the 40 West Arts Nexus [MAP LINK],
or take the 16 Bus or West Line lightrail to the Harlan St. stop.
4. Take the walk.
Make sure your device is charged, bring headphones or a speaker.
When you arrive, enter the ECHOES app, activate the Walk, and follow this route from 40 West to Friendship Park (or any portion of the route, as you choose).
It's about 3 miles from end to end.
The West Line lightrail and Colfax bus can get you back to the start location.
5. Contribute?
neverhome is a living art work.
We'll periodically update it with new contents from community contributions.
If you'd like to share a story of home and migration, [CLICK HERE]
FAQ
What should I bring?
π± Smartphone
π§ Headphones
Comfortable shoes (3-mile walk on paved trail + sidewalks)
Weather layers (check the forecast β itβs Colorado!)
Sunscreen/hat if sunny
Water bottle
Small snack if you like
Need to download the app?
Download the free Echoes.xyz app on iPhone or Android.
iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/app/echoes-interactive-sound-walks/id1021511722
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=xyz.echoes.android
Access link for neverhome on Echoes:
https://explore.echoes.xyz/collections/eU2cDZ6aHLbwNK99
Troubleshooting:
If you have an issues loading neverhome on Echoes, we suggest:
1) creating an account on Echoes,
2) closing/restarting the app,
3) re-opening the soundwalk using this link.
Is is accessible?
The path is mostly accessible, however there are some hills and areas with more gravel / dirt on the ground.
Some sidewalks may be uneven. MORE DETAILS COMING.
Reminder:
Many people use this path as commuters, residents and community members.
We encourage our participants to be considerate guests of the trail.
Please be aware and mindful of the encampments along your path.
You are responsible for the safety of yourself.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Beta Testing till Jan 2026
Help us refine this project by offering feedback!
Project Credits
Audio by Brian Freeland
Concept by Patrick Mueller, Brian Freeland
Produced by Mona de Amor
Stories by
Carleen Brown
Dali Magno
Smiley Gatmouth
Gavrielle Reyes
Jacob Smith