SL 04-057

Location

The Freedom Forum
555 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
United States

Owner
D.C. Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
Property
Freedom Forum/Newseum
Description
New mixed use building to house the Newseum
Review Type
Concept-design development
Previous Review

Letter

Dear Mr. Pritchard:

During its meeting of 15 April, the Commission approved the revised concept for a new mixed-use building designed for Freedom Forum and the new Newseum to be located at 555 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW (04-057), as a wonderful addition to the city. The detailing on the First Amendment panel was inventive and will add richness and texture to the front facade. In addition, the Commission was re-assured that adjustable lights for the building and the media screens will respond appropriately to the surrounding conditions and the dignified character of Pennsylvania Avenue.

With the exception of the future perimeter security installation, which should be submitted separately for review when ready, the Commission delegates final review of the project's construction documents to the staff.

Sincerely,

/s/
Charles H. Atherton
Secretary

Peter Pritchard
President
The Freedom Forum
1101 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22209

cc: James Polshek, Polshek Partnership Architects
Edward M. Rogers, Nixon Peabody LLP
Judith H. Renfrew, CarrAmerica