SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) – A multi-phased renovation project is now underway in the lobby of the California State Railroad Museum.

Once finished, the renovation efforts will result in a completely refreshed, redesigned, and reinterpreted space to welcome community from near and far. On average, the California State Railroad Museum welcomes nearly 300,000 visitors during a typical year.

The exciting lobby renovation and redesign will allow for a better flow for visitors arriving at and departing from the Museum with easy-to-follow wayfinding signage. As a focal centerpiece to the refreshed lobby, the large interior wall that first greets visitors will feature eye-catching railroading images and compelling video plus provide resource-rich and regularly updated information about new exhibits, related content, directional information and more. The spacious layout and thoughtful utilization of space will also better accommodate special events and evening gatherings for interested groups and organizations looking for unique venue locations.

Throughout the renovation process, efforts will be made to minimize impacts to the visitor experience. Periodically, the front desk check-in area, public access points and pathways will need to be adjusted and/or visitors may be redirected through the main hallway or through the East Theater to arrive at the Transcontinental Railroad Gallery. All elevator and stairs will still be accessible for public use throughout the duration of the renovation process.

While subject to change, the first phase of the lobby renovation is scheduled for completion by the end of 2022 and the full multi-phase project by the end of 2024.

For more information about the California State Railroad Museum and Foundation, please visit www.californiarailroad.museum.

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About the California State Railroad Museum Foundation

The mission of the California State Railroad Museum Foundation (CSRMF) is to generate revenue and awareness on behalf of its destinations, while supporting the preservation, interpretation and promotion of our railroad heritage. The Foundation provides funding for ongoing support of numerous programs, both at the museum's Old Sacramento location and at the historic park in Jamestown, Calif. For more information, please visit www.californiarailroad.museum