Why is a giant tarp still hanging at the Kennedy Center?
The tarp was put up over the scaffolding last week, as crews removed President Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center.
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Author: Katie Lusso Updated: 11:24 PM EDT June 19, 2026
WASHINGTON — A tarp covering the area where President Donald Trump's name was removed from the Kennedy Center remains in place Friday night.
"Take down the tarp!' the crowd gathered for the weekly Hands Off The Arts protest yelled.
According to a Kennedy Center official, the tarp will remain while crews address maintenance needs involving the marble and soffit panels. Officials did not verify exactly why the tarp was initially needed.
The debate over the tarp intensified Friday as a status report was filed in court regarding the future of the Kennedy Center just hours before a deadline. The center had been directed to provide details explaining why a full two-year closure would be needed by June 19.
In the filing, the Kennedy Center said it intends to keep the building open beyond the original planned July 5 closure date. The filing also states the center is compiling all options, including a possible full closure, for the board to consider in a vote scheduled for mid-July.
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