DALLAS, July 18,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wildcat Management, led by of
real estate developer Tanya
Ragan, announces the sale of the Historic Liberty
Building in Dallas, Texas.
This iconic structure, originally purchased for $1, was relocated brick by brick from its former
location on Elm Street to its current site at 600 S Harwood to accommodate a road expansion in
downtown Dallas.
The Liberty Building is the oldest building in Downtown Dallas, and Ragan knew this was an
opportunity to save something special. She negotiated with the city
to relocate the 115-year-old building to the Dallas Farmers Market.
The successful relocation of the building signaled to Ragan that
creating a welcoming space would attract people. Despite
challenges on how to save the building, Ragan's team secured an
agreement with the city to purchase the building for one dollar, contingent on its timely
relocation.
Determined to accomplish the impossible, Ragan hired contractors
and archivists to meticulously disassemble the building, and
reassembling it brick by brick like a giant jigsaw puzzle.
Today, the building stands as it did in 1899, complete with the
original corner entry, columns, and cast iron discovered during the
move.
"This project, is very symbolic to me," Ragan reflects. "It's
not about the sale of the building itself but about what it
represented during that time. The experiences of the last 18 years
and the evolution of my life and career are all encapsulated in
this endeavor. "
Ragan sees the sale of the building as preserving Dallas history, making it a landmark and a
milestone in downtown revitalization - a mission she's pursued for
18 years. Although details remain under wraps, Ragan has hinted at
more buildings she aims to preserve. The sale price of the Liberty
Building remains undisclosed, though Ragan confirms, that it was
more than $1.
This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is something Ragan is proud
of, noting that moving a building in Dallas's center had never been done before and
may never happen again.
Wildcat Management, led by Tanya
Ragan, is a Dallas-based real estate development firm
known for its commitment to revitalizing areas and creating
dynamic, sustainable communities. With a track record of successful
projects, Wildcat Management continues to set the standard for
innovative and impactful development in the Dallas and beyond.
Media Contact
Monica
Moreno
Email: mmoreno@wildcatmanagement.net
Cell: 469.882.8716
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