Weeksville Opens New Education/Arts Building Building
The leadership and staff of Weeksville Heritage Center (WHC) in Crown Heights on Wednesday joined Borough President Marty Markowitz and other officials and community leaders to cut a ceremonial ribbon marking the completion of Weeksville’s new 23,000 square-foot Education and Cultural Arts Building.
The building, which will open to the public this spring, will enable Weeksville to significantly expand its education, programming and research capabilities.
Designed by Caples Jefferson Architects, the light-filled building features state-of-the-art exhibition, performance and educational facilities, and provides a green oasis for visitors and the local community. The main lobby will lead to a 700 square-foot gallery for changing art shows, a lecture and performance space for 200 visitors and classrooms for visiting groups and community education.