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Ecology Center Renovations
Project Summary:
The Ecology Center building was originally built in 1974 and contained a lecture room, a laboratory, storage, and public restrooms. In 2001, a major addition and renovation was completed, which added a multi-purpose room, corridor, and vestibule to the building. Additionally, the laboratory was converted to a classroom, and the lecture room was converted to offices. An extension to the new classroom was completed in 2015, along with some improvements to the classroom floor. The building is now 6,200 square feet.
Project Description:
The City of Evanston will be beginning a major renovation of the Ecology Center this year on the 50th anniversary of its founding. This much needed renovation will modernize the building, preparing it to serve the community for the next 50 years. Here are a few items included in the renovation:
- New reception desk and waiting area
- Renovated classroom
- Renovated toilet rooms
- Renovated office spaces
- LEED Silver certification
- All electric mechanical systems make the facility zero on-site carbon emissions
Project Address:
2024 McCormick Blvd., Evanston, IL 60201
Project Manager:
- Shane Cary
For questions, please call 847-448-4311
Project Schedule:
- The project is anticipated to be completed in August 2025. During construction the Ecology Center will be closed. Ecology Center programming will continue during construction at other Parks and Rec locations, including but not limited to Lovelace Park field house, Lighthouse Fog Houses, and other community centers. Find out more about Ecology Center program offerings on the Parks and Recreation webpage.
Contractor:
The project's general contractor is...