Preservation Dallas
Dozens of people turned out to a public meeting Monday night to show their support for preserving Dallas City Hall as the fate of the iconic Brutalist structure at 1500 Marilla St. seems precarious amid speculation developers have their eyes on the site. Speakers described the I.M. Pei-designed building as both an architectural treasure and…
There was no one like Virginia McAlester. Without her, I have little doubt the mansions on Swiss Avenue would be only a memory, and much of our architectural heritage would have disappeared. McAlester was an advocate and activist for our built history. She is best known, in a national sense, for writing “A Field Guide…
Seldom does a week go by when I’m not reading an MLS description of a historic home and smacking my hand to my head. This is because there is a general lack of education about them. Whether you are a Realtor, buyer, or seller, it’s crucial to understand what you are marketing or purchasing. The…
Preservation Dallas has named Greg Johnston as their new board president. Johnston brings a wealth of experience in historic preservation and a strong working knowledge of the organization. He has been a board member and treasurer for Preservation and is a long-term member of the Landmark Commission’s Swiss Avenue Historic District Task Force and, more…
It takes a village to keep our built heritage intact, and every year, Preservation Dallas honors that village at its Annual Preservation Achievement Awards Ceremony. This year marks the 26th when a small group of intrepid volunteers and an even smaller staff have worked diligently to ensure those individuals and companies that preserve our heritage…
