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National Air and Space Museum

The National Air and Space Museum is the nation's center for exhibition, education, and research in the history and principles of aeronautics and astronautics.  The Museum acquires, restores and conserves documents and other materials which result from related research, development, and operations.  Drawing upon its vast collections, the Museum produces exhibits portraying the past, present, and future of aviation and space exploration.

LOCATION: Between 4th & 7th Sts., Independence Ave. & Jefferson Dr., S.W., Washington, D.C.
SIZE: 542,000 gross sq.ft.
ACQUISITION DATE: 1972-76 |
ACQUISITION TYPE: Construction
ACQUISITION COST: $39,500,000

[[underlined]]Net Assignable Area[[/underlined]]
Exhibition: 208,000 sq.ft.
Staff: 33,000 sq.ft.
Support: 37,000 sq.ft.
Garage: [[underlined]]214,000 sq.ft.[[/underlined]]
[[total:]] 492,000 sq.ft.

[[underlined]]Major Repairs, Renovations, or Improvements[[/underlined]]

Although recently constructed, the Air and Space Museum requires repairs and improvements.  Currently, the exterior stone facade is allowing some intrusion of moisture through seams of softer stone strata.  Also, terrace paving blocks are cracking at various locations and repair is necessary to prevent moisture from penetrating the waterproof foundation seal.  The building's electrical transformers are presently operating near capacity, and some reserve power should be acquired for future use.  These and other needs are anticipated to cost in excess of $2.6 million and will be sought over the next five or more years.