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Construction and Parking

A map showing areas on campus that are currently fenced off for construction. Fenced areas include the turtle pond, the south central portion of campus at the Ginsburg Center site, and the area between Hameetman and Gates-Thomas.

A map of construction impacts. Updated July 10, 2025.

Construction Impacts

  • Olive Walk: Utility work in the temporarily fenced area near the turtle ponds will continue throughout July. The walkway along the Guggenheim Lab (GALCIT) will be closed and fenced at the turtle ponds until at least Friday, July 18. Expect minimal noise, dust, and vibration.
  • Ginsburg Center: Concrete for the fourth floor will be poured in early to mid-August; expect to see more concrete trucks entering and leaving the site.
  • Downs-Lauritsen Lab: Workers on the third and fourth floors are preparing for construction of the bridge to the Ginsburg Center in late August or September. Workers are following strict safety protocols in coordination with Caltech's Environmental Health and Safety office. Heat and hot water will be unavailable on Saturday, July 12, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Deonized water and steam will be interrupted in late July, date to be set.

Parking and Traffic

  • Two parking structures will be briefly closed for cleaning on Saturdays:
    • Holliston Avenue garage, Saturday, August 2
    • North Wilson garage, Saturday August 9

Pedestrian Access

  • See map above for areas that are limited to pedestrians.

Community Member Milestones

Resources

Members of the Caltech community can receive a free Metro pass that is valid for unlimited rides on all Metro bus and rail lines.

View the latest dining menus for Browne Dining Hall, Red Door Marketplace, Broad Cafe, and Avery Kitchen.

CALE provides students, postdocs, and recent alumni with resources and support in the pursuit of a fulfilling career.

Media Mentions

July 3, 2025
Inside Higher Ed, quoting Nobel laureate Frances Arnold
July 3, 2025
New Scientist quoting postdoc Thomas Schuster

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