John P. “Top” Greene African American Cultural Center

The City of Raleigh is soliciting proposals for the renovation and expansion of the John P. “Top” Greene African American Cultural Center, which includes both upgrades to the existing community center and the construction of a new 3,490 square foot detached building. The project will add a new community room, exhibit space, and back-of-house support areas to enhance the center’s functionality and capacity. Associated sitework encompasses new exterior exhibits, stormwater management systems, and landscape enhancements across the entire site to improve accessibility, aesthetics, and environmental sustainability. This initiative aims to modernize the cultural center to better serve the community and honor its historical significance. The solicitation, identified as 274-FY2027-CM-P02, was posted on August 3, 2026, with responses due by September 3, 2026. The contract is categorized as a state and local government (SLED) procurement under the agency name North Carolina, with all work to be performed in Raleigh. Patrick Barbour is the primary point of contact for inquiries. The project represents a significant infrastructure investment by the City of Raleigh to expand cultural programming and community engagement opportunities through enhanced facilities and outdoor spaces.