The NTC Promenade is 28 acres of historic buildings designated to become venue for art, creativity, innovation, civic events, exploration, history, science, technology, international exchange and multicultural development. The center is slated to house museums, galleries, dance companies, environmental groups and a culinary arts institute. It will also house creativity centers for art, culture, scientific exploration and technology, meeting places, non-profit office space and the Luce Auditorium for the performing and visual arts.

