Get what you paid for? Pavilion Temporarily Closed Due to Structural Concerns

VMFA removes front-lawn sculpture due to structural instability

A prominent sculpture was removed from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in late March after an inspection by conservation staff revealed "structural instability caused by rust," according to the museum.Titled "Arches and Column," the sculpture by Lee Kelly was installed in 1982, and aside from periods of renovation has stood facing Arthur Ashe Boulevard since.The work weighs an estimated 15,000 pounds. Kelly, whose work is primarily seen across …

Get what you paid for? Pavilion Temporarily Closed Due to Structural Concerns

The largest city pavilion at Drake Field, originally completed in 2018, has been temporarily closed after concerns arose over its integrity. Rotting wood was discovered within the pavilion, prompting immediate safety precautions. Recently, a structural engineer inspected the facility and recommended that it remain closed until temporary safety measures can be implemented. The engineer will provide short-term plans to shore up the pavilion, allow…