Neill Gym

The Neill Corporation, a beauty products distributor based in Hammond, Louisiana, transformed the historic Hammond Jr. High School building into three corporate offices several years ago. Across the street, they also own the circa-1920s Hammond High School gym. This structure has undergone partial renovations in the past, including converting the west side (formerly locker rooms) into a daycare and the east side (also old locker rooms) into a training center.

The final phase of the project is to complete the renovation of the gym into an events center. It will include seating in various configurations, toilet rooms, a stage, a control room mezzanine above toilet rooms, and storage rooms. The design respects the building’s historic architectural character and has received approval from both the State of Louisiana Historic Preservation Office and the U.S. Park Service for historic rehabilitation tax credits.

Once completed, the gym will serve as a venue for corporate meetings, weddings, public and political gatherings, and theatrical performances.