The remodeling project will be confined to the existing footprint of the building and will include:
- Removal of hazardous materials, including lead-based paint and asbestos containing materials;
- Replacement of the existing lighting with energy-efficient LED fixtures;
- Replacement of the outdated exhibits with more relevant and accessible ones;
- Redesign of interior floor plan to include expanded theater and public orientation spaces to meet increased demand of larger groups visiting the site.
“The visitor center is the central hub of the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site and the Vancouver National Historic Reserve,” said National Park Service Facility Manager Alex Patterson. “We here at the national park are so pleased to be able to refresh this historic structure. This building will be redesigned to meet the increased visitation demand and better serve the visiting public, while staying within the existing footprint, correcting code violations, and eliminating over a million dollars in deferred maintenance.”
The project will be managed by the National Park Service and its Denver Service Center office.
