Chicago Construction News staff writer
The University of Illinois Springfield has purchased a three-story, 24,600-sq. ft. building at 401 E. Washington St.
After extensive renovations, the site will open in 2025 as the home of the UIS Innovation Center, one of 15 hubs of the Illinois Innovation Network.
“The purchase of the building helps us move to the next step,” said UIS Chancellor Janet Gooch. “It really gives us a chance to stretch our boundaries at UIS and contribute to Springfield and the Springfield community.”
The project will be funded with a $15 million state capital grant. Design work will begin immediately and construction is expected to begin mid-2024.
“We are all eager to begin the design phase of this exciting new space and start our work with industry, government and community partners to build a robust and inclusive human…
