This thread last updated Mar 2011, regarding a March 10 2011 event - see page 2 of this thread
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A strip of historic Calgary buildings, long hidden by a recently removed LRT station, from 121 to 127 7th Avenue SW, are up for sale. See the pdf at this link for information and photos.
http://www.calgaryheritage.org/images/1 ... algary.pdf
This stretch of 7th Avenue includes the Central United Church at 131, the Calgary Stock Exchange at 129 (which is one of the buildings for sale), and the Canadian Bible Society at 117, which is just east of the properties that are on the block. These three building are on the heritage inventory, but are not protected. Further east is the popular Palamino Social Club in the old Sterling Furniture Building. There are several other buildings as well. Aside from 131, 129 and 117, the other buildings are not presently on the inventory.
In spite of what the real estate listing implies, it would be difficult to redevelop this strip because it is hemmed in by the LRT line and the Stephen Avenue National Historic District across the lane. Why not put in place a plan that restores the historic buildings and facades and also fills in some of the gaps on the streetscape? Between Art Central and the Grand, it would be a great addition to the Cultural District.
http://www.culturaldistrict.ca/
Check back here for more. If you know anything about this block or would like to help develop a vision that restores and builds on its heritage, send a note to
info@calgaryheritage.org