Built in 1970 by renowned architect John Johansen, the building at W. Sheridan and S. Hudson avenues has been empty since it sustained significant flooding damage in 2010. Afterward, the Arts Council of Oklahoma City transferred ownership of it to the Oklahoma City Community Foundation. Groups such as the Central Oklahoma Chapter of the American […]
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Lease on life
While the structure at 201 N.W. 10th known as the Packard Building may not be one of Oklahoma City’s storied edifices, it is now poised to become a Midtown retail and office destination. Once a car showroom, the 1925 building sat idle and largely boarded up for years, save for its time as Pat’s 10th […]
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HP: More than a stodgy computer
And you may be unaware that HP stands for “historic preservation” and refers to OKC historic districts such as Heritage Hills, Mesta Park, Edgemere Park, Crown Heights, Putnam Heights and Shepherd. Designed and built in the early 20th century, these neighborhoods are charming, but living there comes with certain responsibilities. Namely, one must maintain the […]