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The Kennedy Center will close for two years starting July 2026 for renovations, with major staff cuts and minimal operations, despite no proof of structural issues.
The Kennedy Center’s president, Richard Grenell, has informed staff of major workforce reductions and "skeletal" staffing during a planned two-year closure starting in July 2026 for renovations, with most departments operating at minimal capacity until reopening in 2028.
Employees face permanent or temporary changes, and department heads will assess staffing needs during the closure.
The Trump administration announced the renovation in February 2026, though no evidence supports claims of structural disrepair, and details remain limited.
The closure contradicts earlier promises that the center would stay open during work.
Leadership says it will provide advance notice, but specifics on job cuts, programming, or project scope are not yet available.
El Kennedy Center cerrará durante dos años a partir de julio de 2026 para renovaciones, con importantes recortes de personal y operaciones mínimas, a pesar de que no hay pruebas de problemas estructurales.