Description
The Clayton County Water Authority is seeking a design-build firm to redesign the existing 1,900-square-foot exhibit area at the Newman Wetlands Center into an interactive, accessible, and immersive learning environment for visitors of all ages. The exhibit space should focus on local watersheds, Piedmont wetlands, and native plants and wildlife, while also highlighting the natural and cultural history of the E.L. Huie Jr. Site. The selected firm will be responsible for the planning, design, fabrication, and installation of exhibit components, as well as coordination with CCWA staff throughout the design and implementation process.
• The exhibit space should provide visitors with an immersive, behind-the-scenes understanding of wetland ecosystems.
• The exhibits should encourage curiosity and discovery while supporting hands-on and experiential learning opportunities for visitors of all ages and abilities.
• Educational content should complement state and national science standards and provide layered learning opportunities.
• The exhibit space should be fully accessible and inclusive for visitors of all abilities, meeting or exceeding ADA accessibility standards.