Tina's Table
True inclusion matters - everyone is welcomed at Tina's Table!
The first Tina's Table ready for ribbon cutting in 2022
In 2019, RAMP CEO Tina Guenette teamed up with The Steel Yard to design Tina’s Table, a custom picnic table that celebrates function, accessibility, and inclusion in gathering spaces.
The design features bench seating that resembles powered or manual wheelchairs and includes space for up to three functional wheelchairs. The tables are fabricated by local metal artists and trainees at The Steel Yard’s fully wheelchair-accessible space in Providence.
“I want to make the statement that when we sit down, we’re all the same and we can share our ideas from the same place. There’s always room to make space for us at the ‘end.’ I want it in the middle — I want to be there and speak my mind. I want to provide space for service dogs, moms with strollers...there is no part of this table that isn’t accessible and functional and just plain beautiful. This table represents everyone.” - Tina Guenette, RAMP CEO
Order Tina's Table
The Steel Yard is currently taking orders for custom Tina's Tables
Sketch of Tina's Table, an inclusive public seating area designed by The Steel Yard in partnership with RAMP
Tina's Table is functional, beautiful, and inclusive. It creates a statement that when we gather at the table, we are all the same. Each table is custom made and available in a variety of Powder Coated colors. All labor is performed at The Steel Yard's fully accessible industrial arts studios in Providence.
A portion of proceeds from each table supports ongoing collaborations between The Steel Yard and RAMP. Tables are produced after purchase.
For more information on how to order a table, please email projects@thesteelyard.org or call 401-369-7776.