A $1 billion proposal is the latest plan to refurbish and save the iconic Houston Astrodome
The Houston Astrodome has been in limbo, waiting for its chance at a second life since being shuttered more than 15 years ago. It was a technological marvel when it opened in 1965. But its heyday has long passed and it hasn’t been home to a sports team since the Astros left in 1999 and it was closed to all events a decade later.
Astrodome Conservancy unveils new $1B plan for Houston landmark
The Astrodome Conservancy is hoping a new $1 billion vision to redevelop the retired ballpark will spark interest in preserving the Houston landmark.State of play: The Astrodome has been largely vacant since 2002 and was deemed noncompliant with the Houston fire code in 2008.
Houston Astrodome: Conservancy to announce vision for future of landmark
It has been 15 years since the Astrodome officially closed its doors. This morning, an exciting announcement from the group trying to save it.
Astrodome Conservancy unveils $1B plan for future of iconic Houston landmark
If you're new to the Bayou City - coming up with a plan for the 8th Wonder of the World is about as Houston as construction, traffic, and experiencing all four seasons in one day.
$1 billion proposal unveiled to refurbish, save Houston Astrodome
The Houston Astrodome has been in limbo, waiting for its chance at a second life since being shuttered more than 15 years ago.
Astrodome Conservancy unveils new $1B plan
The Astrodome Conservancy is hoping a new $1 billion vision to redevelop the retired ballpark will spark interest in preserving the Houston landmark. State of play: The Astrodome has been largely vacant since 2002 and was deemed noncompliant with the Houston fire code in 2008.
Houston Astrodome: Conservancy announces $1B vision for redevelopment
On Wednesday morning, the Astrodome Conservancy will announce their vision for the future of the Houston landmark. Watch the livestream here.
$1B plan announced for Astrodome redeveloping plan
Could the Astrodome finally be redeveloped due to an ambitious $1 billion plan? FOX 26's Leslie DelasBour reports on what was announced for the plan.
We heard from the Astrodome Conversancy this week. Now, Houston rapper Paul Wall shares his idea for the 'Dome.
On Thursday, Wall shared a post by Astros writer Michael Schwab, who suggested it may be time to tear down the Astrodome and ...
New Astrodome Proposal A $1 Billion Question Mark
Of course, the plan comes with not only a $1 billion price tag, but also a lack of authority to implement. The Astrodome is ...
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Houston’s iconic Astrodome could return not just as an entertainment venue space
Shawn Stephens, a member of the Astrodome Conservancy Board of Directors, shared his enthusiasm for the project: “Oh, I am ...
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Astrodome Conservancy unveils new plans for the ‘Eighth Wonder of the World’
Opening in 1965, the Astrodome was the world’s first domed and air-conditioned stadium. The Astrodome Conservancy unveiled ...
Exclusive: Renderings of the Astrodome Conservancy's $1 billion plan to repurpose landmark stadium
On Wednesday, the Astrodome Conservancy unveiled its ambitious $1 billion plan, Vision: Astrodome, with a mission to answer ...
$1B Astrodome redevelopment idea rubs rodeo the wrong way
The Astrodome Conservancy has been fundraising for eight years to turn the stadium into a mixed-use hub, but not everyone is ...
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Saving the Astrodome Still Faces Huge Hurdles
We are fans of the Astrodome. Many of us grew up visiting it for all kinds of events. We have advocated in this space several ...
Long-dormant Houston icon could get a second life as $1 billion redevelopment
After decades of disuse, a world-renowned symbol of Houston is ready to once again get its moment in the sun following the ...
New proposal for Houston’s Astrodome promises viable path to revitalization
The Astrodome Conservancy says the plan has been in the works for over a year and a half. The building's history has made ...