The Lynnwood Event Center installed new signage and a logo on its building Tuesday, replacing the former Lynnwood Convention Center name.

Executive Director of The District Janet Pope said that when the center opened in 2005, the name ‘ ‘ Convention Center’’ suggested that the event center was a place for large conferences and business meetings — a place where people would need an invitation to enter.

‘‘As we began promoting our vision for our redevelopment, we learned that many community members hadn’t been in the building or think that it was meant for them,’’ she said. ‘‘Over time, we’ve really evolved into a much more inclusive venue: Launching many more public events including art exhibits, festivals and community celebrations. The name Lynnwood Event Center better reflects

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