The commission approved UTSA's request for a demolition permit to proceed with tearing the building down to redevelop the Hemisfair campus.
The commission approved UTSA's request for a demolition permit to proceed with tearing the building down to redevelop the Hemisfair campus.UTSA is moving forward with plans to temporarily house the Institute of Texan Cultures at Frost Tower, with the space expected to open by late 2025, while searching for a potential permanent location.The museum paused operations in the Texas State Exhibits Pavilion over the summer to prepare for its move to Frost Tower.
University officials first announced in April its plans to demolish the structure, put the property up for sale and use the proceeds to relocate the museum. The redevelopment of the institute is part of UTSA’s broader plan to expand in downtown San Antonio, the university said in. Since 2015, UTSA’s downtown enrollment has grown by nearly 7,000 students, with a goal to reach 10,000 students by 2028.
In October, the Texas Historical Commission voted in favor of designating the Texas Pavilion as a State Antiquities Landmark. Despite its planned demolition, UTSA said it plans to honor the building’s history through “comprehensive documentation and storytelling” in the new museum. In the meantime, the museum has increased its outreach in local schools by bringing items into classrooms and involving longtime volunteers to share Texas history, UTSA said. The museum also is still participating in local cultural festivals and events to connect with the community.On average, 1 person dies without a home daily in San Antonio. A memorial will honor those lost in 2024.
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