And Health Nut Cafe as well:

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Wow this is becoming a great area. So KOSU will broadcast right from that location? That's awesome!!!

It's interesting that this area is actually seeing a bit more new construction before all of the older historic inventory is rehabbed. Sort of the opposite of what we've seen in Bricktown and Mid-town, and more along the lines of Deep Deuce.

I think OKC will soon have a lot of strong districts that are similar besides that it will be easier to divide them as modern design v. historic preservation, and I think that dichotomy will be a lot clearer in 5 years than we may expect it to be now. I think Deep Deuce will end up becoming even flashier.

The Hart building is now at 100% capacity.

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Source: Oklahoma City Film Exchange District - facebook entry (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151557539173211&set=a.407811933210.181684.184232698210&type=1&relevant_count=1)

Don't forget that this coming Monday night, May 13th at 6:30pm is our next Film Row Association meeting. It will be above Joey's in the Exchange offices at 702 1/2 W. Sheridan. Take the stairs or the elevator. Also, Saturday May 18th is the OKC Pride Festival and it is estimated that nearly 12,000 may be in attendance. GREAT TIMES!

Ye Olde Film Exchange Buildinge:

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Came across the Exchange fb page that has some nice pics of the events space on the second floor being used:

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Most recently, decked out for a prom:

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Source: https://www.facebook.com/ExchangeOKC

Nice! This is the space we will be using for our upcoming meeting, Monday at 6:30pm Thanks for sharing! What a great space.

The restaurant in the Hart Building -- now being called Chopt -- is getting close:

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COMING SOON (http://www.choptokc.com/)

The new restaurant named Chopt opens Friday June 7th inside the Hart Building. Film Row Lunch will be at Noon on Monday the 10th.

Link to new Chopt thread in the Restaurant section:

http://www.okctalk.com/food-restaurants/34106-chopt.html

Film Row Assn Meeting this coming Monday, June 10th, 6:30pm in the Exchange (above Joey's Pizzeria) 702 1/2 W. Sheridan.

Film Row (June 03 2013) - a set on Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/williamhider/sets/72157633957339997/)

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Another great set.

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The canonical view back towards Devon Tower.



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You gotta love the architectural details on this building.



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Such wide sidewalks! Ready for the thronging masses, should they ever arrive.



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Very handsome building. And the trees are looking great.

I tried to check out Chop't Thursday night but it was 9:15 and they were already closed :-(

Wow didn't realize AHMM was going to open an OKC office. Makes a LOT of sense though.

How is the Hart annex coming along?

I thought I've been paying attention...what is AHMM other than the noise you make while clearing your throat or trying to gain someone's attention?

I thought I've been paying attention...what is AHMM other than the noise you make while clearing your throat or trying to gain someone's attention?


UK Firm Hits Pay Dirt in Downtown OKC - The Architect's Newspaper (http://archpaper.com/news/articles.asp?id=4978)

UK Firm Hits Pay Dirt in Downtown OKC - The Architect's Newspaper (http://archpaper.com/news/articles.asp?id=4978)

Speaking of...they need to resurrect that project!

A new Film Row event highlighted by Steve.

Premiere on Film Row.

Friday Night and You're Bored? You're Not Trying | News OK (http://newsok.com/friday-night-and-youre-bored-youre-not-trying/article/3872630)

Slick little sign added to Film Row:

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Does anyone have any pictures or comments about the Premier on Film Row event last Friday?

I caught the very last second of it. There were quite a few people still hanging around and a few food trucks were packing up. I am planning on going to the next one for sure to see how it is.

Does anyone have any pictures or comments about the Premier on Film Row event last Friday?

I had a pretty good time. A much bigger crowd now that they are not competing with H & 8th. It's only going to get bigger and better, I think.

Film Row gets a new retail tennant, The Hub:

https://www.facebook.com/TheHubOKC

THE HUB (http://www.thehubokc.com/)

Believe this is in the same building as the Paramount, but on the Lee frontage, not Sheridan.

You are correct, Pete. The Hub will be opening on Sept. 20th for the big Premiere on Film Row Friday event. It is literally behind The Paramount coffee shop to the north on Lee.

Film Row (August 4 2013) - a set on Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/williamhider/sets/72157635512463364/)

I hate editing photos so I often find I don't ever get around to posting anything because of that reason. Here's some photos of Film Row and KOSU from over a month ago.

Film Row (August 4 2013) - a set on Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/williamhider/sets/72157635512463364/)

I hate editing photos so I often find I don't ever get around to posting anything because of that reason. Here's some photos of Film Row and KOSU from over a month ago.

Good stuff. I forgot about that Frunch. It was a lot of fun.

Film Row (September 9 2013) - a set on Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/williamhider/sets/72157635576737982/)

KOSU went live from the Hart building today:

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Opening of new KOSU studio marks transition for Film Row | News OK (http://newsok.com/opening-of-new-kosu-studio-marks-transition-for-film-row/article/3885260)

it would be wonderful if more media sources opened in Film Row. Imagine if several more radio stations and if tv stations opened up? Now imagine if NewsOK/Daily Oklahoman opened up in Film Row. Along with more bars, restaurants, a few dance clubs, a live music venue and perhaps a real movie theatre or two, Film Row has the most potential to be downtown's thriving ADULT urban entertainment/nightlife district IMO.

Oklahoma City Film Row revival began in 2006 | News OK (http://newsok.com/oklahoma-city-film-row-revival-began-in-2006/article/3885957)

it would be wonderful if more media sources opened in Film Row. Imagine if several more radio stations and if tv stations opened up? Now imagine if NewsOK/Daily Oklahoman opened up in Film Row. Along with more bars, restaurants, a few dance clubs, a live music venue and perhaps a real movie theatre or two, Film Row has the most potential to be downtown's thriving ADULT urban entertainment/nightlife district IMO.
I think this has been mentioned before but won't the school be an issue with new bars opening up?

My wife and I (and our pooch) were down there last Friday for "Premiere on Film Row" and we had a great time. Had some good food, visited with some nice people, and listened to some great music. Nice area.

Live music, grand openings and food trucks planned for tonight?s Premiere on Film Row | News OK (http://newsok.com/live-music-grand-openings-and-food-trucks-planned-for-tonights-premiere-on-film-row/article/3884878)

Quit Nguyen took some interesting photos at the "Premiere on Film Row" event a few weeks back:

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Source: Quit in OKC (http://okc.quitnguyen.com/post/62155549545/premiere-on-film-row-oklahoma-city-ok)

Bradley and I did some walking around after FRunch today and took a look at most of the properties in the district. Here are the other photos not posted in other threads.

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The next two photos are the inside. Bradley was surprised that everything had been cleared out since he last checked on it.

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Another Great Will Hider Photo Collection: John W. Rex Elementary | News OK (http://newsok.com/another-great-will-hider-photo-collection-john-w.-rex-elementary/article/3901697)

Here's a couple of sweet pics found at the DCFilmRow twitter page:

'Off The Hook' food truck serving it up on "Food Truck Wednesdays".

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BZiEsSXCEAAW_Ea.jpg:large

Source: https://twitter.com/DCFilmRow/status/403218063148871680/photo/1


A misty, rainy overcast day along Sheridan.

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Source: https://twitter.com/FowlerHonda/status/391369778343845890/photo/1/large

I find that last photo particularly stunning!

Yeah - #FoodTruckWeds.... Off the Hook Seafood sold out and had a fantastic response.

I'm getting pretty sad to think that we will have to shutter #FoodTruckWeds until the spring. The weather has held up well so far - but Big Truck Tacos on Dec. 4th is likely to be the last until the spring.

It's been a lot of fun to meet our downtown neighbors and invite them into our space for food and community.

Hope to see y'all on Dec. 4th or this spring!

Douglas

Douglas, can you tell us more about the vintage Christmas decorations planned for Film Row??

Nice shot down Sheridan:

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The fall colors are still hanging on. The Dunlap Codding building visible on the lower left, and the Hunsucker building in progress on the right.

From a somber blog post about a visit to the OKC Memorial:
Butterflies and Heart Songs: Patriotism and a Visit to the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum (http://www.mps2343.com/2013/11/patriotism-and-visit-to-oklahoma-city.html)

Sid wants to have a streetcar running up and down Sheridan... to which I say: absolutely! :)

Lovely pic.

Another beauty from Will:

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2871/11426055945_81626eb8cd_b.jpg

Full Set

RetroMetroOKC Meeting - Hart Building (December 9 2013) - a set on Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/williamhider/sets/72157638776487695/)

I am sorry I missed that meeting Will. I always have a good time talking with you and everyone else. Great pictures as always.

This is an interesting upcoming event at the Individual Artists Gallery.

http://www.oklahoman.com/article/3935001?embargo=1


Urban Land Institute, which has an Oklahoma chapter, may be best known as an organization that hosts discussions among planners and developers, but some local organizers hope an upcoming exhibit will show how art is critical to building a great city.

On Friday, Urban Land Institute (ULI) Oklahoma unveils “MAPS 20th Anniversary Artist Projects,” an exhibition offering perspectives and stories about the transformation of Oklahoma City over the last two decades as a result of the Metropolitan Area Projects (MAPS). The exhibit will be at the Individual Artists Gallery, 706 W Sheridan Ave.


“ULI Oklahoma is thrilled to be working with local artists to offer a fresh perspective on the impact MAPS has had over the last 20 years”, said Jonathan Dodson, Program’s Chair of ULI Oklahoma, “MAPS made Oklahoma City better for everyone. Many of the millennials, artists and creatives that live here now have stayed or moved here because MAPS made this city a place people want to be.”

Exhibit uses art to portray Oklahoma City's transformation through MAPS | NewsOK.com (http://m.newsok.com/exhibit-uses-art-to-portray-oklahoma-citys-transformation-through-maps/article/3935001)
(Mobile link)

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/filmrow031714.jpg

Great video on the district:

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Is anything new happening or on the horizon in Film Row? Is everything waiting on the 21c Hotel?

A couple of years ago when I moved here, everyone was talking about Film Row as the next big up and coming district in OKC. Today, everything has shifted to Midtown and I don't hear anybody talking about Film Row.

They just opened a new restaurant, Black Mint Tattoo just opened, the OU school of architecture is getting ready to open. several more buildings have been recently renovated and filled, John Hunsucker just opened his new building, the Paramount owners bought their building and added a couple of small businesses, Main Street Arcade is gettting ready to start renovation, the police department is going to build a parking structure with commercial space, 21c and the adjacent building should be starting soon, Premier on Film Row continues to grow, they are going to have bigger and better holiday decorations...

And there have been some key acquisitions and renovations along California.

Besides that, not much happening. :)

I'm just wondering when new residential is going to be planned in this area.

This is not a big surprise but this is from Steve's chat today.


Michael - 1:40 p.m.
Any news coming from that bus on possible housing in the Film Row District?
David Wanzer: I would say chances are very good. There is a very strong possibility housing will happen in the Film Row district in the next 24 months.

Is anything new happening or on the horizon in Film Row? Is everything waiting on the 21c Hotel?

A couple of years ago when I moved here, everyone was talking about Film Row as the next big up and coming district in OKC. Today, everything has shifted to Midtown and I don't hear anybody talking about Film Row.

You must not be in the loop, what Pete said. Film Row is booming more than it has in 40+ years. Also of note Dunlap and Codding have tons of community events, and host food truck Wednesdays every Wednesday.

We're renting an office in the Paramount right now. We hope to grow out of it and put up a space of our own somewhere in the district before it gets too filled in. I think the biggest challenge for the district right now is to get more retail to go along with the Plant Shop and the Okay See. The buildings between Paramount and Dunlap would look great with some store fronts. Slice Magazine has a 'For Lease' sign out in front of their building. Don't know if they're moving or there's some other space in there that's up.

BTW, the building at Reno and Lee was recently knocked down. Any ideas on what is going to happen there?

Not sure what is happening on the 600 block between Reno and California, 80% has been purchased by an LLC. 60% of the 500 block between Reno and California has a contract on it. Hope they have big plans and not just trying to control around the Stage Center site.

Not sure what is happening on the 600 block between Reno and California, 80% has been purchased by an LLC. 60% of the 500 block between Reno and California has a contract on it. Hope they have big plans and not just trying to control around the Stage Center site.

Everything shown in pink is owned by Ross Construction; they are in the process of acquiring the last piece of property on that block.

Ross is based out of Tulsa but has their OKC offices in the building shown below. They've recently remodeled it.

The properties along California will likely be redeveloped into 2-3 story commercial on either side of the Ross offices. The south half of the block will be a small parking structure, perhaps with commercial on the ground floor.

They should come out with their official plans once the last parcel is acquired.

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/600california.jpg

Area is getting ready to boom.

Great photo from the Chamber:

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