Preservation Dallas 2008 Most Endangered

In 2007, Preservation Dallas listed Deep Ellum as one of their 11 "Most Endangered Historic Places".

They are now requesting submissions for the 2008 list. You can download the form for the Preservation Dallas 2008 Most Endangered Nominations. Send to:

ATTN: 2008 Endangered List Committee · 2922 Swiss Avenue · Dallas, Texas 75204-5928 Phone 821.3290 / Fax 214.821.3573

Property types you can nominate:
*any kind of building
*roadside structures/signs
*engineering sites (i.e. bridges)
*public art (i.e. monuments)
*historic, cultural landscapes
*archaeological sites


From Preservation Dallas:
"SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION FOR THE 2008 MOST ENDANGERED HISTORIC PROPERTIES LIST

Each year the city of Dallas loses historic buildings, sites and places that are significant to its past. Historic and architectural resources are irreplaceable community assets that tell the story of the city’s development. As part of National Historic Preservation Month in May, Preservation Dallas will announce its annual list of endangered places.

Submit your nomination to the 2008 Most Endangered Historic Properties List by completing and returning the attached form by April 30. Instructions for submissions are included on the form." - Preservation Dallas

See the Landmark Commission's suggestion for the next designated Deep Ellum history. The 2500 Elm/2509-13 Main block is the former Gypsy Tea Room/Ball Room now the Door/Prophet Bar block. "The last remaining portion of the original African American Deep Ellum."

Find already designated Deep Ellum structures here.

Deep Ellum on Preservation Dallas - Most Endangered Historic Places

Preservation Dallas, housed in the Historic Wilson District of Dallas, placed Deep Ellum on their 2007 "Most Endangered Historic Places" list. It's not a list we want to continue to make.

The quote on Deep Ellum from their site:
" It is the city’s largest collection of early 20th century commercial storefronts, reflecting what was the center for Texas blues and jazz in the 1920s and 30s. With multiple businesses closing in recent years, increased development pressure spurred by the construction of the new Dallas Area Rapid Transit rail station, and no city historic overlay in place, Deep Ellum is ripe for demolition. While historic district designations have been drafted, property owners have declined designation. Currently zoning allows for much larger buildings as much as 15-stories tall to replace the 1 and 2-story buildings that characterize much of the area. Property owners are encouraged to reinitiate historical designation or seek other appropriate sources of protection." - Preservation Dallas

Katherine Seale, Director of Preservation Dallas, has been a great friend of Deep Ellum and the neighborhood's history.