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Historical Building Douglas C. TowneJuly 9, 2024
Investing in Downtown Phoenix’s Future: The Bank of Douglas

In the late 1950s, about the time Downtown Phoenix started its decline as the city’s main shopping location, a young financier decided to build up its financial infrastructure. David Murdock,... continue reading. Click here for more info.

Historical Building Taylor CostelloJune 26, 2024
A Community Gem: Inside the Parsons Center for Health and Wellness

Tucked into a nondescript building on the east side of Hance Park sits a vital resource for vulnerable populations in the Downtown community.  To the average light rail passerby, the... continue reading. Click here for more info.

Historical Building Douglas C. TowneJune 10, 2024
The Building with a Mysterious Zinc-Lined Closet: Phoenix’s Carnegie Library

A few blocks west of Downtown Phoenix stands a striking, one-story Beaux-Arts style red brick building surrounded by lush, landscaped grounds. The architectural gem’s impact was far more significant than... continue reading. Click here for more info.