Powerhouse Science Center Construction

 Construction is underway at the Powerhouse Science Center, a $50 million project is expected to open early 2021 opening along the banks of the Sacramento River.

Powerhouse Science Center construction along the Sacramento River

Powerhouse Science Center construction along the Sacramento River

Powerhouse Science Center construction along the Sacramento River

The new Powerhouse Science Center, an adaptive reuse of the historic 1912-era PG&E Power Station, will be the region’s premiere science center and serve as a hub for science education and exploration. The historic power station will undergo stabilization and complete rehabilitation with construction of a new floor level inside and a new intermediate floor for exhibit space. A new two-story, 22,000SF addition will be built on the east side of the existing building containing an entry lobby,  classrooms, offices, a café and a 110-seat planetarium.