Background

• Funded largely through philanthropic donations—including a $75 million gift from businessman Ronald O. Perelman, after whom the center is named—the project was finally set in motion in the late 2010s.

• Designed by REX, the architecture firm led by Joshua Ramus

• Translucent Marble Façade:
  The building is wrapped in thin marble panels laminated between glass, allowing the exterior to glow with warm, diffused light in the evening. The effect creates a striking presence, balancing solidity with transparency.

• Flexible Performance Spaces:
  The center features three reconfigurable theaters that can be combined or rearranged to accommodate a variety of performances, from theater and dance to concerts and multimedia experiences. This flexibility allows for 62 different stage and seating configurations.

• Integration with the World Trade Center Site:
  The building sits on the former site of the original 2 World Trade Center, directly adjacent to the 9/11 Memorial. It was designed to be welcoming and accessible, offering a cultural space that fosters resilience, creativity, and remembrance.