Owner of historic building seeks to save structure

Bob on Business: Owner of historic Stockyards building seeking to save structure by Bob Francis, Fort Worth Report September 7, 2025 Urban Stillhouse owner Meredith Koko wants Fort Worth to know she does not intend to tear down the 110-year-old former cold-storage warehouse that once housed the Los Vaqueros Stockyards restaurant.  “The message that I’m … Read more

Bob R Simpson building for sale

Bob R Simpson Building

Click here for listing information. FORT WORTH, TX — The imposing 11‑story historic landmark at 110 W. Seventh St., formally known as the Bob R. Simpson Building, has re‑entered the market. Originally constructed in 1910 as the First National Bank Building to designs by renowned Texas architects Sanguinet & Staats, the steel‑frame, Beaux‑Arts‑style structure was later … Read more

Mount Gilead Church for Sale

Mount Gilead Baptist Church

Click here for listing information.  Mt. Gilead Church, a historic African American church located on the near Southside of Fort Worth, has been officially listed for sale. Established in the late 19th century, the church has long served as a spiritual and cultural anchor for the local community. Due to declining membership and increasing maintenance … Read more

Farrington Field- New Hope

A new play for Farrington Field? Fort Worth ISD hopes city scores with tax district by Matthew Sgroi and Bob Francis, Fort Worth ReportJune 5, 2025 Fort Worth ISD still plays football games at Farrington Field — though the stadium’s future has remained uncertain for years. Now, school leaders see a new path forward. With … Read more

Star Telegram Covers Most Endangered List

Most Endangered Places

Star-Telegram Shines Spotlight on Fort Worth’s Endangered Historic Places FORT WORTH, TX – May 8, 2025 — Historic Fort Worth, Inc. extends its heartfelt appreciation to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and reporter Abby Mantas for their recent coverage of the organization’s 2025 Most Endangered Places list. Published on May 7, the article offers a powerful … Read more

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