Shaping a new vision for the Alliant Energy Center Campus

MAKING THE ALLIANT ENERGY CENTER A CATALYST FOR TOMORROW

This year marks a new chapter for the Alliant Energy Center as we move into implementation of several transformative campus projects. The Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee and County staff team have been busy refining plans, engaging with potential partners to make big enhancements to our region's largest convening campus. 

Transforming the Veterans Memorial Coliseum is expected to lead the momentum for many projects to come. Last month, Dane County released a Request for Proposals to secure a development partner for a full-scale renovation of the aging facility. County Executive Melissa Agard has prioritized this effort, calling it a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a sustainable, modern venue that supports entertainment, sports, and community use.

Across the rest of the campus, work efforts are focused on advancing the projects that will create a more vibrant, connected experience for all. Renovation of the hotel on the Alliant Energy Center campus is among these. Under new ownership, the newly renovated Spark Hotel by Hilton Madison Central is now open, offering 140 guest rooms, upgraded amenities, and a skywalk connection to Exhibition Hall—making it the most convenient stay on campus.

These and other projects described in the full newsletter are helping to make the campus a place where people don’t just attend events—but also come to experience the entire destination.

Sincerely, 
Chuck Erickson 
Dane County District 23 Supervisor
Chair, Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee

Kevin Scheibler, Executive Director, Alliant Energy Center

This website contains documents and information that have been developed over the past ten years regarding the planning and future options for the Alliant Energy Center. Building from these past efforts, the County Board created the Alliant Energy Center Redevelopment Committee in 2018 to guide funding and governance for improvements to the campus grounds and facilities.