Another Renewal Project Moves Forward in West End

A 2022 water leak that forced the shutdown of the West End Museum provided the impetus for a redesign adding interactive exhibits and more space for community events.

“We really wanted to make the museum more dynamic and broadly accessible,” said Sebastian Belfanti, who was named the museum’s first full-time in March.

A flexible format will include collapsable exhibits, enabling the 4,000-square-foot facility to host more community events. Interactive digital exhibits will allow curators to update content, including weekly history features, Belfanti said.

The $1.4 million project was designed by Chan Ascher Architects of New York on a pro bono basis. Principal Benjamin Ascher is the son of Lois Ascher, secretary of the museum’s board of directors.

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