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Council approves schematic design for Sertoma Arts Center redevelopment at Shelley Lake
Summary
Raleigh approved a schematic design for a larger, more accessible Sertoma Arts Center at Shelley Lake with expanded ceramics, gallery space and a dedicated youth studio, funded by the 2022 parks bond.
The Raleigh City Council approved schematic design plans for an expanded Sertoma Arts Center at Shelley Lake Park, a 2022 parks bond project that the city estimates at roughly $15.28 million with a public art allocation.
Terry Norangio of the Parks capital projects team presented a design by HH Architecture that replaces and expands the existing 1979 facility. The plan creates a new main entry, a ceramics wing with two teaching classrooms and an open studio, an enlarged jewelry studio and a consolidated youth studio with a dedicated ceramics space. The design emphasizes transparency, accessibility and an open gallery space that can spill onto an exterior deck overlooking the hillside.
Norangio said the project team conducted extensive public engagement, including an online survey of more than 4,000 respondents during concept development, and plans for public participation in the selection and creation of public art led by artist Jim Gallucci. The schematic shows three levels served by a new elevator, improved loading for ceramics materials and improved circulation and storage that staff and users requested.
Council members praised the design and the project team’s community outreach. A councilor moved to approve the schematic; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote. Staff outlined a timeline that targets permitting and procurement in late 2025 and construction in 2026 into 2027.
