Our Journey Ahead – Project Timeline

Spring 2023

Plans for Our Cultural Heart masterplan approved.

Winter 2023

Surveys and preparation work taking place on site.

Summer 2024

Construction work on Phase One began:
library hub, food hall and public square.

January 2025

Funding approved for Phase Two:
museum and art gallery.

Summer 2025

Construction contractor to be appointed for Phase Two.

Summer 2026

Phase One – library hub, food hall and public square open to public.

Construction work on Phase Two begins.

Winter 2027/28

Phase Two construction work completes. Internal fit-out begins.

Spring 2029

Museum and art gallery opens to the public.

From 2028

Delivery of future phases.

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