KQED is planning a major, all-day public event on September 25 to celebrate the grand opening of its newly renovated San Francisco headquarters. The open house and block party will feature special guests, live music and activities for all ages.
“KQED will redefine public media for the Bay Area, making it more diverse, participatory and community powered,” said Michael Isip, President/CEO. “The new headquarters will enable our staff to thrive in providing crucial programming and education services, and will expand possibilities for our community to come together to find common ground.”
KQED purchased and moved into the 2601 Mariposa Street property in 1991. Back then the station was principally focused on television and radio production. Today, KQED serves audiences on broadcast and other digital platforms. Since 1991 the staff has doubled and the station’s news and content services have expanded. KQED is now home to one of the largest newsrooms in California.
The entire project is expected to cost $94 million, which includes hard and soft as well as transition costs. The renovation was made possible by Campaign 21, a multiyear fundraising effort.
