Construction update from the Central Street Consortium

As the visible shell of the new Ryan Field takes shape, structural steel erection continues for the upper bowl and scoreboard.

Precast installation continues on the upper concourse, and it will soon start on the upper bowl seating. Work also continues on fireproofing as well as placing concrete slabs on the upper concourse, main concourse, field level and loft level.

Next up, interior masonry and wall framing crews have started mobilizing and will begin constructing walls. Also, exterior wall support framing will begin soon, while installation is underway on new storm water sewer lines.

Questions or concerns?

Northwestern and the Central Street Consortium, in coordination with the City of Evanston, are committed to maintaining a responsive and robust channel of communication with the community throughout the process to Rebuild Ryan Field.

Visit the Ryan Field website to explore several ways to ask questions and stay informed with weekly updates on construction milestones. Visit the City of Evanston website to stay up-to-date on all Evanston construction projects and events.

Photo credit: Central Street Consortium/May 5

The new Ryan Field continues to rise as work proceeds on upper bowl seating.

Drone video

Soar over the new Ryan Field in this drone video captured recently by Davinto Koentjoro of The Walsh Group. Watch on Instagram

Upcoming events

The Central Street Consortium hosts events to engage the Evanston community in the project to rebuild Ryan Field and to learn more about careers in the construction industry. 

Beyond the Build
May 14, 11:00 AM
An interactive community workshop will highlight expanding access to employment, training and advancement opportunities for local residents — both on the Ryan Field project and in high-demand industries beyond. Participants will gain insight on career paths in construction, the skilled trades and more, while learning how organizations like HIRE360 connect jobseekers with apprenticeships, training and mentorship. The workshop takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14, at the Robert Crown Community Center, 1801 Main St., Evanston.

Office hours
A member of the Central Street Consortium team will be at the will-call ticket office in Welsh-Ryan Arena at 2705 Ashland Ave. from 9 to 11 a.m. each Wednesday. Neighbors are welcome to come chat about special programs and construction career opportunities and learn more about local businesses. CSC representatives also will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. each Wednesday at the CSC Resource Center, 1910 Greenwood Ave., Evanston.