Preservation Dallas
The Preservation Dallas Annual Achievement Awards recognize preservation, rehabilitation, and restoration efforts. They also remind us of what we take for granted. One of the most significant buildings that I think many of us have taken for granted is the Fair Park Federal Building (now known as the Tower Building), designed by Donald Nelson, the…
Following a three-year fight by residents seeking conservation protection against teardowns, the Dallas City Council voted unanimously on Wednesday to approve the expansion of the Lakewood Conservation District District with an amended map excluding a few properties. Council member Paula Blackmon moved to amend the already redrawn map by removing a connecting section from Copperfield…
Preservation Dallas begins a new series of In-Town Outings next week with a tour and presentation on the history and design of the 1913 Scottish Rite Cathedral, a Neo-Classical Revival designed by Hubbell and Greene Architects of Dallas. You have probably noticed this impressive landmark building on Harwood making your way downtown or heading to…
The pace at which we have seen demolitions of important historic buildings and residences that helped to define our city is concerning. There is no better way for Realtors to help their buyers and sellers understand the value of our built heritage than to take part in the Historic House Specialist Seminar offered by Preservation…
Do you love a good party and a few spooky and salacious ghost stories? Then you don’t want to miss the upcoming Preservation Dallas Día de los Muertos party and tour of four historic cemeteries next week. Preservation Dallas will kick off the weekend on Friday, October 18, with a Dia de Los Muertos party at…
