Elisabet Ney renovation continues
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The ongoing restoration of the Elisabet Ney Museum has been extended by one month, according to the city's latest update.
Catch up quick: The museum tucked in the Hyde Park neighborhood closed to the public in December 2024 for renovations and is anticipated to reopen this summer.
- The 19th century building was the art studio and residence of sculptor Elisabet Ney and sees roughly 21,000 visitors each year.
Zoom in: Construction crews are now working to reinstall windows, doors and ceilings, along with painting, site grading and pathway installation, per a city update.
By the numbers: The $3.4 million renovation is funded in part with $1.2 million in voter-approved bond funds and $1.8 million in hotel occupancy taxes earmarked for historic preservation and tourism, per Sight Lines.
What's next: Soon, crews will begin work on the building's HVAC, fabricate and install a glass guardrail and iron handrails and remove the protective covering to repair wood flooring.
- Additional restoration and repair scopes are being evaluated, which may cause a further extension of the project schedule, according to the city.