Aquarium - Texas Centennial Exposition Buildings (1936--1937) - Dallas, TX
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member WalksfarTX
N 32° 46.612 W 096° 45.622
14S E 709764 N 3628770
Across First Avenue from the Fair Park Bandshell is the one-story Children's Aquarium or "Hall of Aquatic Life" as it was originally called.
Waymark Code: WM11NPQ
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 11/21/2019
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member QuesterMark
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NRHP Nomination Form

"This Deco building by architects H. B. Thomason, Lester Flint (of Flint and Broad), and Forshee and Cheek is northeast of the Lagoon. James B. Cheek was the architect of the 1964 addition, built in the style of the existing building."

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"The Aquarium opened in 1936 with 44 tanks containing live marine specimens. The tanks, made of metal and concrete, are lined with one inch thick plate glass. Although most of the animals on display are fish, over the years the Aquarium has featured some other types of aquatic animals as well. For example: from September 1949 until her death in July 1984, "Mikey" the harbor seal was a particular favorite with visitors. Sea turtles and a white alligator are also popular attractions."

Name of Historic District (as listed on the NRHP): Texas Centennial Exposition Buildings (1936-1937)

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Address:
462 First Ave., Dallas, TX 75226

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