On Saturday, June 5, Grinnell College will dedicate its new state-of-the-art recreation and athletic center designed by world-renowned architect Cesar Pelli and Sasaki Associates. The $70 million natatorium and fieldhouse completes Phase II of a two-part project that is considered among the best in Division III athletics and recreation. Phase II connects seamlessly underground to the $20 million Phase I completed in 2005 that features Darby Gym, home of the Pioneer basketball teams, and a fitness center.
The dedication program will include remarks by Pelli about the vision for the facility, President Russell Osgood on naming the facility, and audience participation in transferring water from the old pool to the new 50 meter pool.
The public is invited to attend the dedication ceremony beginning at 9:30 a.m. on Sat., June 5.
