Quite an interesting thread.
Forgive me if I missed it somewhere in the thread, but what was the building prior, historically speaking, and any idea on when it was built? In particular, the NW corner of the building at Main St and Classen. I ask because, strangely enough, my wife is a medium and the last time we went by the building in early May, she said the upper windows were full of people. No jokes, please.

Quite an interesting thread.
Forgive me if I missed it somewhere in the thread, but what was the building prior, historically speaking, and any idea on when it was built? In particular, the NW corner of the building at Main St and Classen. I ask because, strangely enough, my wife is a medium and the last time we went by the building in early May, she said the upper windows were full of people. No jokes, please.

If you saw people in the upper windows of the building at Main and Classen, it was probably the guys doing the reno to the Fred Jones building which is going to be the 21C hotel.

That's the thing. They weren't "people" people. They were long gone spirits.
My wife has a gift and sees the spirits of those departed.
We're trying to figure out if this is an old factory that had tragedy long ago or for some reason had numbers of people who for one reason or another, still linger on the property. It is not by any means "haunted", just occupied.

Quite an interesting thread.
Forgive me if I missed it somewhere in the thread, but what was the building prior, historically speaking, and any idea on when it was built? In particular, the NW corner of the building at Main St and Classen. I ask because, strangely enough, my wife is a medium and the last time we went by the building in early May, she said the upper windows were full of people. No jokes, please.

The building was built in 1915 by the Ford Motor Co. to make the Model T. Some time later, it was converted into a warehouse and parts distribution depot. In 1967, Fred Jones Enterprises bought the building and continued the parts distribution business. During this time, the building was also home to Fred Jones Manufacturing, who remanufactured engines and transmissions for Ford.

Source: OLD PLANT'S NEW DIRECTION Fred Jones factory refocuses for auto parts distribution | News OK (http://newsok.com/old-plants-new-direction-fred-jones-factory-refocuses-for-auto-parts-distribution/article/2712638)

That makes it interesting.
Thanks for the background.

That's the thing. They weren't "people" people. They were long gone spirits.

Well, you said people, so I took you at your word. But yeah, you're gonna see people in there as they're working hard to get the place reno'd.

Turns out that I'm a medium too. For the longest time I thought I was a large. I was just wearing the wrong size.

Well, you said people, so I took you at your word. But yeah, you're gonna see people in there as they're working hard to get the place reno'd.

Turns out that I'm a medium too. For the longest time I thought I was a large. I was just wearing the wrong size.

Nothing improves your self esteem more than wearing properly fitted clothing.

Building permit applications were filed for this project last Friday.

Should start to see some action there soon.


BTW, it appears they have settled on the name "The Jones Assembly".

That's the thing. They weren't "people" people. They were long gone spirits.
My wife has a gift and sees the spirits of those departed.
We're trying to figure out if this is an old factory that had tragedy long ago or for some reason had numbers of people who for one reason or another, still linger on the property. It is not by any means "haunted", just occupied.

Okaaaaaaay...

Twitter feed says Summer 2016.

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones111615.jpg

An updated rendering:

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones112015.jpg

Noticed today they have started work on this project.

Doors open, dumpsters outside, etc.

Looking forward to having some new neighbors and creating a bit of a flow back and forth. I absolutely love this building and i'm looking forward to its transformation over the next couple of months.

Took these today:



http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones121615a.jpg


http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones121615b.jpg

That SE corner will look pretty great once it's opened up with the glass windows/doors.

When they get started they do not mess around! This is all so exciting!

Before the transformation begins it's worth noting that had the developers instead requested demolition permits for those nondescript buildings - which have not been utilized for anything other than storage for decades - they would have met little resistance. And had anyone raised their voice in protest, they would have been loudly shouted down by some.

In this case, the developers made the CHOICE to retain these buildings, and it will soon pay off in the form of space with character that cannot be easily replicated by new construction. Keep the before pics handy.

Yes, will add a lot of character to that corner and be a nice complement to all the new construction around 21c.

Urbanized is absolutely right. We are now in the position where we should be grateful for any historic renovation that we get.

From this morning; note they have widened the openings on the group floor in preparation for much larger windows as seen in the renderings:



http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones020716a.jpg


http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones020716b.jpg

^^^^^^^
Looks like the sills have been lowered in the one-story building on the left, by removing courses of brick below. ALL of the courses below the sills in the building on the right have been removed, but considering the way the brick is stacked in front they may still be planning on building the sills back up a bit..? Will have to check construction drawing to see.

Other than that, it appears that instead of being an alteration this is really more of a restoration of the window openings to their original size and configuration (though taller). The (removed) glass block and brick above were not original to the building. This is a big improvement. Hopefully the little building gets thoughtful modern replica casement windows like were installed in 21c.

Does anyone know if there are plans to extend the P<180 streetscape along Sheridan and Main St. around this development and 21C?

Does anyone know if there are plans to extend the P<180 streetscape along Sheridan and Main St. around this development and 21C?

They have already adopted the P180 standards for the sidewalks around the hotel (most of the work is now complete) and will be doing the same for the Residences at 21c, so that's a big chunk of both those areas.

I haven't heard anything about completely redoing the streets, however. That would have to come out of the General Obligation bonds or TIF, because there is no room in the P180 budget.

They have already adopted the P180 standards for the sidewalks around the hotel (most of the work is now complete) and will be doing the same for the Residences at 21c, so that's a big chunk of both those areas.

I haven't heard anything about completely redoing the streets, however. That would have to come out of the General Obligation bonds or TIF, because there is no room in the P180 budget.

I noticed the sidewalks appeared to conform to P180 standards. I just didn't know if there were plans to reorganize the actual street like what had been done through Film Row?

Not sure, Fred Jones will be one way north bound with angle parking on the right (east). New storm and waterlines for Residences at 21c go in the middle of Fred Jones and also the westbound lane of Sheridan. There will be angled parking fronting Jones Assembly and building C of Residences at 21c.

I was speaking to one of theFilm Row stakeholders from the west end of Sheridan and he told me that the development group paid for the sidewalks and the street repairs as the city wasn't going to install them. They paid for the sidewalks in front of other businesses so it would all look the same.

Took this today... Notice the entrance is now set back on the SE corner.

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones021616.jpg

Not a lot of noticeable progress outside by I go by here almost daily and they have been working away on the inside.

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones051516.jpg

They continue to work away on the inside.

This is from Graham Colton's Instagram:

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones071116.jpg

They had a "Pig & Punch" party a few weeks ago. They roasted a whole pig over charcoal overnight and said to look for this to be a monthly party once they are opened.

http://newsok.com/industrial-history-visible-at-future-jones-assembly-in-oklahoma-city/article/5512066

http://newsok.com/industrial-history-visible-at-future-jones-assembly-in-oklahoma-city/article/5512066

Can you summarize the article or give us the gist? We can't read it unless we're subscribers.

A video update by the Oklahoman along with a video interview with Graham Colton.

http://bcove.me/poddyfgv

First look at their proposed signage:

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones081016.jpg

love the signage.. ties in well with Sunshine cleaners in the area. Looks great

They are really moving fast now:



http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones091016a.jpg


http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones091016b.jpg

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones100916a.jpg


http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones100916b.jpg


http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones100916c.jpg

They're getting close to finished on the inside, and they were shooting to be open in the next month or two. From what I've heard their opening is going to be delayed ~6 months due to road construction which would block their entrance.

What road construction?

What road construction?

I don't know a lot of details, but I believe it is associated with the apartments.

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones112016a.jpg


http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones112016b.jpg


http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones112016c.jpg

They are very close to finished now.

http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones122716a.jpg


As you walk in and past the main bar and box office, this is the large 2-story open space with the stage at the far (north) end and booths along the right (east) wall:
http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones122716b.jpg

This is looking from the stage area to the outdoor space to the west:
http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones122716c.jpg

From the stage, looking back towards the front with the balcony above:
http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones122716d.jpg

Balcony area:
http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones122716e.jpg

Main bar; note the large hydraulic lifts to open the one big window to the space outside:
http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones122716f.jpg

Wow. What a stunning space!

It's completely badass and remember, this will be a full-time restaurant and bar in addition to the music performances.

This west end of downtown is turning into something special.

What an incredible transformation! It will be a lot of fun to see this area evolve over the next few years.

Wow! Can't wait to check this place out!

Nice smaller, intimate space!

Holy cow, this whole area is completely torn up.

I'm sure the 21c is going to see light business for a while and I know Jones delayed until later in the year.



http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones021917a.jpg


http://www.okctalk.com/images/pete/jones021917b.jpg

Yep, I heard June-July at the earliest for Jones Assembly.

It's time for this venue to go into the entertainment area for discussion. Here is an update on an upcoming concert.

http://m.newsok.com/article/5545012


The Jones Assembly, a newly renovated dining and music destination at 901 W Sheridan Ave., shared details for one of its inaugural*concerts. Organizers revealed*Tuesday that tickets for Lake Street Dive will go on sale 9 a.m. Friday for an Aug. 18 concert date. It'll cost between $25-$40 per ticket to*catch the soulful Boston-based band in Oklahoma City.


Managing partner and Okie musician Graham Colton sat down with The Oklahoman*to share that although this is the first official concert news from the venue, it's won't be the first show. More concert dates*will emerge closer to The Jones Assembly's summer opening, including information about the venue's debut concert.

I think that's a bad link.

I'm getting HTTP/1.0 403 Forbidden when I click.

I think that's a bad link.

I'm getting HTTP/1.0 403 Forbidden when I click.

Same here. I went to NewsOk and the link is down too. Either way, great to see a big name already on the books. I'm curious to hear who they bring in for the first show, but Kings of Leon would be my bet.

no way they get kings of leon - capacity is only 1600. last time kings of leon played here, it was at chesapeake arena.

no way they get kings of leon - capacity is only 1600. last time kings of leon played here, it was at chesapeake arena.

They've already said it will be Willie Nelson, Michael McDonald or Kings of Leon, and when they took a poll early on on who people here would like to see they were the favorite. Not saying that it's a given, but with the Halls' strong Nashville ties it is a definite possibility. It is also not unusual for venues to bring a big act in for the first show.

http://newsok.com/article/5530777

along with their nashville ties, then they must have a lot of $$$ too, if they're bringing in big names to a small place.

along with their nashville ties, then they must have a lot of $$$ too, if they're bringing in big names to a small place.

The Halls have huge $. They are the from the Fred Jones tree and are developing the entire area around 21C..

Yep, the deep pockets of the Hall family made the 21c possible long before this area was really economically viable for an upscale hotel, the very ambitious Jones project (it's incredibly impressive on the inside) and then having the West Village complex all built at once.

Will be a stunning transformation of a large area in a short time.

with the Halls' strong Nashville ties

http://i.imgur.com/2NahI2C.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/2NahI2C.jpg

...slow clap...

Tickets went on sale today for Lake Shore Drive on 8/18.

$25 for floor, $40 for Mezzanine. All standing I believe.