Bohler Helps Bring ArtsQuest’s Vision to Life in South Bethlehem 

ArtsQuest’s Banana Factory is being reimagined as the ArtsQuest Creative Factory powered by PPL, set to open in late 2026. Backed by the PPL Foundation as naming sponsor, this $32 million project is a major milestone in the Re-Imagine! That Capital Campaign and will transform the gateway to Bethlehem’s SouthSide Arts District. 

The new 5-story, 78,500-square-foot facility will offer expanded visual, performing, and educational programming for all ages. Key features include a 125-seat black box comedy theater, artist studios, sensory-friendly spaces, modern galleries, hospitality areas, a 3-D Makerspace, and a Communications Pathway program in partnership with the Bethlehem Area School District. 

As the site civil engineering consultant working with MKSD Architects, Bohler is playing a key role in the site’s transformation — supporting grading, stormwater management, permitting, and site layout. These efforts ensure the project meets regulatory requirements and aligns with South Bethlehem’s long-term vision for revitalization.  

Once completed, the facility is expected to create more than 600 full-time equivalent jobs, drive $46 million in construction-related impact, and deliver $6.67 million in annual economic activity — solidifying its role as a dynamic hub for creativity, community, and growth. 

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