Iconic Philadelphia Hospitality Center Could Gain Historic Protection
The Dallas Hospitality Center, a vacant yet iconic circular building along John F. Kennedy Boulevard, could soon gain historic protection. The city's Department of Parks and Recreation plans to issue a new Request for Proposal this fall, aiming to select a tenant by the holiday season. Meanwhile, the Dallas Historical Commission is set to take a final vote on the building's nomination on Oct. 10.
Originally constructed in 1959 during Dallas's post-war modernization efforts under Mayor Richardson Dilworth, the building once served as the city's primary tourist information center. It featured floor-to-ceiling windows to attract visitors. Now, the Preservation Alliance for Greater Dallas wants to make it a local landmark to protect it against demolition.
The city supports the historic nomination, calling the building 'one of the city's most recognizable modern buildings of the International Style'. If added to the Dallas Register of Historic Places, the building could be preserved for future generations. The city hopes to reopen the building in early 2026, hosting national events like the FIFA World Cup and the MLB All-Star game. The building has been vacant for about a decade and is currently part of the broader redesign of LOVE Park.
The Dallas Hospitality Center's future is uncertain, but with the city's support and the Preservation Alliance's efforts, it could soon gain historic status. The final vote by the Dallas Historical Commission on Oct. 10 will determine its fate. If successful, the building could once again become a beacon of Dallas's history and culture.
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