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![A view of the iconic exterior of the Carriage Barn doors under construction into a beautiful window.](/sites/default/files/styles/standard/public/d7/Rocks_underconstruction_5-13-23_photoShannaHale.jpg?itok=I40r3qNy)
Construction continues on the exterior of the former barn. (Photo: Shanna Hale)
Construction continues this spring at The Rocks in Bethlehem, with the extensive renovations inside the historic Carriage Barn well underway. Outside, the iconic "Rocks Red" color that was a symbol of the property for generations has been refreshed.
![Construction on the exterior of the Carriage Barn.](/sites/default/files/styles/standard/public/d7/IMG_75225_15_23%2520hi.jpg?itok=wnmKJfUl)
The 1884 Carriage Barn is undergoing renovations that retain its grand stone and shingle-style character while converting the interior into an energy-efficient, net-zero education center, with classrooms, event space, offices, and public facilities.
Fundraising also continues for the Forest Society North at The Rocks campaign, which seeks to raise $8.5 million to invest in capital improvements at The Rocks and to create an operating endowment for the future.
![A view of the exterior renovations to the Carriage Barn.](/sites/default/files/styles/standard/public/d7/IMG_75075_15_23%2520hi.jpg?itok=tJRetFe3)
The renovated building is due to open to the public in the fall, starting at the Forest Society's annual meeting on Saturday, September 23.
![The exterior of the Carriage Barn that faces the parking lot and Fanny's playhouse.](/sites/default/files/styles/standard/public/d7/IMG_75165_15_23%2520hi.jpg?itok=p8V-xIOW)
More recent milestones:
- November 30, 2022: Solar Array Completed at The Rocks by ReVision Energy
- March 2, 2023: First phase of geothermal project completed at The Rocks