We’re proud to celebrate this important milestone for the Center for Metal Arts. Your generous support and commitment to sustainable community development has been instrumental in making this vision a reality. We are honored to have such a dedicated partner standing behind the future of the Center for Metal Arts.
This transformative investment will breathe new life into a landmark that has long been at the heart of our community’s identity. The renovated facilities will house state-of-the-art metalworking studios, educational workshops, and gallery spaces designed to inspire the next generation of artists, craftspeople, and engineers. From blacksmithing and casting to contemporary sculpture and fabrication, the Center for Metal Arts will serve as a living bridge between the rich traditions of our industrial past and the creative possibilities of the future.
The success of this campaign reflects the deep commitment of our donors, community partners, and local leaders who believe in the power of art and history to transform places and people alike. Funding will support critical structural repairs, the restoration of original masonry and timber framing, and the installation of modern utilities – all carried out with careful attention to preserving the buildings’ historic character.
Construction is expected to begin in the spring, with the first phase of the renovated campus opening its doors to the public in 2027. We are deeply grateful to every individual, foundation, and organization whose generosity made this moment possible. Together, we are not just saving a building – we are securing a legacy.