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Event Center Groundbreaking was a Big Success

Event Center Groundbreaking was a Big Success

On November 14th , stakeholders from both local and state levels joined the River Heritage Conservancy board and staff to celebrate a historic event for Origin Park ; the groundbreaking of a 14,000 square foot Event Center .
The Event Center will reflect the splendor of its natural surroundings and will feature gardens that will highlight the Ohio River ’ s beauty . “ It will be a gathering place for the community , a space for weddings , corporate events , and concerts ,” said Dennis Schnurbusch , CEO of River Heritage Conservancy .
The Event Center construction costs are expected to range between $ 17 and $ 18 million , with a projected completion date in the first quarter of 2026 . This transformative project has been made possible through the generous support of donors such as The Ogle Foundation , Blue Sky Foundation , The Bales Foundation , First Harrison Bank , First Savings Bank , and over $ 3 million provided through a READI Grant , which helped kickstart the initiative , and other generous individuals .
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