​Marin Center Exhibit Hall To Undergo Seismic Upgrades

MARIN COUNTY, CA – The Marin Center Exhibit Hall building will undergo a seismic upgrade project beginning in August 2021.

The $2 million project will focus on strengthening the roof-to-wall connections by installing additional wall anchors, cross ties and support girders.

The facility includes the Exhibit Hall, Showcase Theater, Bartolini Gallery, meeting rooms and the Department of Cultural Services offices. While the safety upgrades are being made, no events will take place in the meeting rooms, Exhibit Hall, Showcase Theatre and Bartolini Gallery.

"Our hope is that during the retrofit, we will also be able to fund new seats for the Showcase Theater and renovate the bathrooms," said Gabriella Calicchio, director of cultural services. "These facilities provide an important cultural space for our whole community, and we want to make sure they are safe and sound for many years to come."

The project is expected to take 10 months to complete, according to the county.

The Veterans' Memorial Auditorium will also receive seismic upgrades starting in August 2022.

Funding for both safety initiatives comes from the County of Marin, the California Department of Emergency Services, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. According to the county, the state and federal grant covers 75 percent of the budget, while Marin will pay for the remaining 25 percent.