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Kennedy Center Closes Two Years for $257 M Renovation

4/24/2026

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The Kennedy Center will close for up to two years for a $257 million renovation after behind-the-scenes photos revealed peeling concrete, exposed steel rebar and rusted equipment.
President Donald Trump said the building must be shut down to ensure construction quality.
Congress approved the $257 million “One, Big Beautiful Bill” to fund the repairs.
The Kennedy Center Honors raised a record $23 million, nearly double the previous year’s total.

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The Kennedy Center will close for up to two years for a $257 million renovation after behind-the-scenes photos revealed peeling concrete, exposed steel rebar and rusted equipment.
President Donald Trump said the building must be shut down to ensure construction quality.
Congress approved the $257 million “One, Big Beautiful Bill” to fund the repairs.
The Kennedy Center Honors raised a record $23 million, nearly double the previous year’s total.