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Stockyards development lassos more interest
Stockyards development lassos more interest beyond Majestic, Hickman core by Bob Francis, Fort Worth Report July 27, 2025 The S.T. Percy Building has seen a lot in its 116 years. The two-story building at 1426 N. Main St. has been the home of a saloon, lunch counter, and furniture, grocery, shoe and drug stores. There … Read more
Bob R Simpson building for sale
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
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
Mary Kathryn Anderson and Warren Gould
2025 Preservation is the Art of the City Featured Artist.
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
Fort Worth Schools at risk
Fort Worth schools at risk of closure lead Historic Fort Worth’s 2025 most endangered list by David Moreno, Fort Worth Report May 6, 2025 As parents and community members share their concerns about Fort Worth ISD’s plans to close and consolidate campuses, one local preservation nonprofit is concerned about the future of the structures themselves. … Read more
Star Telegram Covers Most Endangered List
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
Former KKK loses funds
Fort Worth groups lose $110K in NEA funds to transform former KKK hall after Trump move by David Moreno, Fort Worth ReportMay 7, 2025 https://fortworthreport.org/2025/05/07/fort-worth-groups-lose-110k-in-nea-funds-to-transform-former-kkk-hall-after-trump-move/
Sandman Hotel Explosion update
Repairs Underway at Historic Sandman Hotel Following Devastating Explosion That Injured 21 On Monday, January 8, 2023, a powerful explosion rocked the Sandman Signature Hotel located in the historic Waggoner Building at 810 Houston Street, Fort Worth. The blast occurred shortly before 4 p.m. in the basement area, believed to be connected to the Musume … Read more