This 47,102-m² (507,000-ft²) historic landmark’s phased renovation and 16,444-m² (177,000-ft²) expansion include civil site designs for two hectares (five acres) within Fairmount Park. The design includes excavation below the East Terrace to create space for additional exhibits, a 450-seat auditorium, and a public entrance. The project’s renovation involved public spaces such as the Southern Wing, Northern Wing, and Great Stair Hall, as well as areas for visitor services and back-of-house operations.
ARCHITECT: Gehry Partners, LLP
