Baha'i Center Planned for Sterling

June 16, 2005

Source: Baha'i Index / Connection Newspapers

http://www.bahaindex.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=4176

On June 16, 2005 Connection Newspapers reported, "Construction of a three-story Baha'i Center is underway in Sterling, with financial support coming only from the faith's members... The $5 Million Northern Virginia Baha'i Center will comprise a 17,948-square-foot building... The Baha'is of Loudoun County, which acts as trustee for the project, recognized the need for the center 30 years ago. The design and plans were developed in 2001. [Soheil Simon Zebarjadi, a spokesman for the Baha'is of Loudoun County] said the center will feature a 500-seat auditorium, a library and an information center. It also will contain rooms for meetings, classes, children's play, and youth activities. Completion is expected in 18 to 24 months."