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– Location of the last remaining laboratory of the famous inventor Nikola Tesla
– The center is launching a $3 million Fire Recovery Emergency Fund campaign
Shoreham, New York, November 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Tesla Science Center in Wardenclyffe (TSCW), the last remaining laboratory of the famous inventor Nikola Tesla, was damaged by a serious fire on the afternoon of November 21st.
It is located on a 16.5 acre lot Long Island, New YorkThe multi-building facility, listed on the National Historic Register, is undergoing extensive evaluation by engineers and local officials to determine the full extent of fire damage.
To help cover the costs of fire repairs, the center has launched a $3 million international fundraising campaign on Indiegogo called the Fund “Rebuild the mission”. ( https://igg.me/at/MissionRebuildTSCW)
More than 100 firefighters, from 17 local fire departments and ambulance departments, responded to the fire, which was completely extinguished the next morning.
Center officials were preparing to begin a $20 million restoration and redevelopment of the historic laboratory complex. The $3 million Indiegogo “Mission Rebuild” fund will be separate from the ongoing redevelopment campaign.
“Everyone associated with the Tesla Science Center owes an enormous debt of gratitude to our heroic first responders for their extraordinary courage and determination,” TSCW CEO said. Mark Alessi. “We are extremely grateful for the commitment and courage of our local firefighters.”
The TSCW site engineer, the laboratory’s historic architect, a structural engineering firm and several local agencies are now assessing the extent of the damage. Your analysis will help determine the specific impact of the fire on restoration plans.
“While we were ready to begin a major renovation and restoration project, construction had not yet begun, sparing us additional complications at this stage,” Alessi said.
Alessi expressed relief that the overall structural integrity of the building, which dates back to 1901, had largely withstood the effects of the fire.
“The public’s support and understanding in these difficult times is invaluable,” Alessi said. “If you’ve been inspired by Tesla’s life and career, you can take action by participating in the Indiegogo fundraising initiative ‘Mission Rebuild.’
“Together, we will get through this crisis and emerge stronger, honoring the legacy of Nikola Tesla and the spirit of innovation, determination and resilience that this center embodies.”
Nikola Tesla was the inventor of the motor that distributes alternating current electricity and many other innovations. AC electricity serves as the basis for the electrical grid system, which in turn has allowed the introduction of Wi-Fi, radio, remote controls and robotics.
For ongoing updates and more information, visit www.teslasciencecenter.org.
About the Tesla Science Center in Wardenclyffe
The Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe (TSCW) is the last remaining laboratory of Nikola Tesla. TSCW first acquired the 16.5-acre property, designed by the renowned architect Stanford WhiteThen the process of restoration and redevelopment began. The restoration will transform the former working laboratory into a world-class innovation centre, educational facility and museum.
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