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About Rebuild
Rebuild is improving parks, recreation centers, and libraries in close partnership with Philadelphia Parks and Recreation (PPR), the Free Library of Philadelphia (FLP), and other City departments.
Made possible by the Philadelphia Beverage Tax, Rebuild will invest hundreds of millions of dollars to improve community facilities. Through its projects, Rebuild will:
Make physical improvements to parks, recreation centers, and libraries.
Promote diversity and economic inclusion. Rebuild will support minorities and women in the design and construction industries.
Engage with community members to leverage their knowledge, power, and expertise. Community feedback will inform the improvements that are made to facilities.
About The Project
The Rebuild project at the Carousel House will create a better facility for all. The new building will serve the Carousel House community and residents of the East and West Parkside neighborhoods, ensuring that all who use the space feel welcomed and supported.
The Carousel House Rebuild project is currently in design. The design team continues to incorporate feedback from the community, including ideas and priorities shared over several meetings in 2023 and early 2024. Once design is complete, Rebuild will present the final plan to the community before construction begins.
This is a large and complex project in a historic district, and Rebuild is working hard to make sure the final result reflects the community's priorities and is built to last.
Project Timeline
Community engagement and involvement is central to Rebuild’s mission. Carousel House community members will be involved at every step of the design and construction process. Going through these design phases thoughtfully and thoroughly will ensure Rebuild creates a project that is guided by the Carousel House community and is welcoming, safe, and accessible for all past and future users.
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LEARNING •
Fall 2021 - Winter 2022
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Stakeholder Discussions
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Meet and Greets
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DRAFT DESIGN: CONCEPT •
Spring 2022 - Fall 2022
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Kick-Off Design Meeting
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Virtual Meeting Update
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DRAFT DESIGN: SCHEMATIC •
Winter 2022/2023 - Spring 2024
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Community Design Workshop
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Public Art Meeting
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Virtual Meeting Update
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FINAL DESIGN •
Summer 2024 - Early 2026
Final Design Share Out
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CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS AND BIDDING • Summer 2026
Community Updates
06
CONSTRUCTION START •
Late Summer 2026
1. Groundbreaking Ceremony
2. Community Updates
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PROJECT COMPLETE •
Summer 2028
Ribbon-Cutting Celebration
Budget
The total estimated project budget for Carousel house is $40M. Carousel House is a priority project and the facility will be one of Rebuild's largest investments.
Inclusion at Other PPR Sites
While the Carousel House Rebuild project is underway, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation is providing alternate practice and tournament locations and continues to support inclusive programming citywide. To learn more, please reach out to Erica Young at Erica.Young@phila.gov.