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LOCATION: Arkansas
William Jefferson Clinton Presidential Center


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William Jefferson Clinton Presidential Center

Little Rock, AR

In response to Bill Clinton’s desire to “put things in the light”, the William Jefferson Clinton Presidential Center will be a vibrant place, accessible, highly visible and mutable. The main building takes the form of a glass bridge symbolizing President Clinton’s theme of “Building a Bridge to the 21st Century.”

This 165,000-sf (15,000-sm) project houses archive and exhibit spaces, and the Clinton Foundation Headquarters. The site also includes the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service and a 28-acre recreational park. At the center of the project is the Bridge (Museum) Building, which houses exhibits that are dedicated to Mr. Clinton's presidency, his life and times. The 420-ft (130-m) long glass-enclosed Museum Building hovers above the ground while cantilevering out 90-ft (27-m) at both ends.
Client:
William Jefferson Clinton Foundation

Architect:
Ennead Architects (formerly Polshek Partnership)

Location:
Little Rock, AR

Gross Floor Area:
165,000 sf / 15,330 sm

Bridge Span:
420 ft / 128 m

Awards:
Gold Award, 2006, ACEC New York
Honor Award, 2005, AIA New York Chapter