Albuquerque officials took part in a “topping out” ceremony Wednesday for the Route 66 Visitors Center construction project on Nine Mile Hill on the city’s west side.
“Topping out” is where the final beam and highest point in the building is installed. During the ceremony, attendees signed the beam that will be encased in the center.
According to a news release from the city:
“Today was a monumental day for this community lead project,” said Councilor Klarissa Peña. “As this project has moved forward, we have lost a few of our community leaders that have worked on this effort for many years. I was honored to sign their names on to the beam to recognize their dedication and commitment to this project and their community.”
Phase one of construction includes a 21,000-square-foot museum, assembly space, catering kitchen, tap room, office space, outdoor amphitheater, parking and landscaping.
Construction began on the $10.3 million project in March. It’s slated to be finished in spring 2022.
(Image of the final beam of the Route 66 Visitors Center in Albuquerque being lifted into place via Albuquerque City Council)