EASTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) - CitySpace, an arts organization located at the old Town Hall in Easthampton, was awarded $501,830 for its restoration project. The grant provided by the Underutilized Property Program from the Healey-Driscoll Administration will help to complete Phase II with a new accessible entryway, an elevator serving every floor, and the repair and display of a historic stained-glass window on the building’s street-facing entryway. 19 western Mass. tourism attractions receive state grants The former Town Hall became a multi-genre arts and community center in 2006 managed by CitySpace. They plan to turn it into "a venue unlike any other in the region," with a 350-seat, fully accessible arts center, preserving a piece of the city’s cultural heritage while creating an inclusive venue for artistic expression. “CitySpace’s commitment to the community is evident in their dedication to transforming Old Town Hall into a vibrant center for arts and culture,” said Mayor Nicole LaChapelle. “This revitalization enhances Easthampton's historic charm and serves as a beacon for creativity and collaboration.” “This pivotal grant enables us to build on crucial investments from the Easthampton CPA, our community, local businesses, and the Massachusetts Cultural Council Cultural Facilities Fund to complete Phase II of Old Town Hall’s restoration,” said Burns Maxey, President of CitySpace. “Together, we’re transforming historic spaces to be more inclusive, accessible, affordable, and impactful. We are so thankful for this generous award, and its recognition of the economic development opportunities this project will provide for both Easthampton and the wider region.” Local News Headlines Massachusetts animal shelters mark milestone with 50,000 pets taken in from out of state CitySpace awarded funds for Easthampton’s former Town Hall restoration Tropical Storm Rafael expected to become hurricane Enfield Police looking for woman reported missing since September WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.