Historic Preservation

First Baptist Dallas Given Approval to Save the Historic Sanctuary Exterior Walls

By Karen Eubank / July 25, 2024 /

There is good news in the preservation world today. First Baptist Dallas Senior Executive Pastor Ben Lovvorn said in a video to the congregation late yesterday that the city has approved efforts to begin preserving the historic walls. Success is not a given, but as Lovvorn said in the video, “We will do everything we…

Saving The Belmont Hotel – A Historic And Cultural Icon

By Karen Eubank / July 18, 2024 /

Motels are hip again and Dallas is primed to benefit as a new generation discovers the beauty of the roadside motel. That is if we protect one of our most important architectural and cultural assets, the historic Belmont Motor Hotel. The Belmont Motor Hotel opened in 1947 to the swinging sounds of Ted Parrino’s Serenaders…

Let’s Go Shopping: Fort Worth’s Handley Avenue Historic Strip Tour Kicks Off in August

By Joy Donovan / July 15, 2024 /

A historic Fort Worth shopping area, which dates back to 1910, will be spotlighted on this year’s Handley Avenue Historic Strip Tour. The event kicks off at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 1. The Handley Avenue Historic Strip Tour highlights the significant commercial district that remains a tourist attraction in East Fort Worth. Earlier this year, Historic…

Take Advantage of the Historic Preservation Tax Incentive Program for Big Savings

By Karen Eubank / July 11, 2024 /

If you are considering a purchase in one of Dallas’s 21 historic residential districts, the City of Dallas is ready to lend you a hand with its Historic Preservation Tax Incentive Program. You can apply now for these city tax incentives that may encourage you to be bold and take that next step toward owning…

This Historic Trinity Heights Craftsman Bungalow Under $400K Is Waiting for You

By Karen Eubank / July 4, 2024 /

Shut the front door! I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw this Instagram-worthy Trinity Heights Craftsman bungalow. One, because it is so adorable, and two, did you see the headline? It’s under $400,000. This has to be the hottest deal of the month. This Trinity Heights Craftsman bungalow is located a mere block from…