Alamo Area Construction News - September 20

Filming for 1923, a Yellowstone prequel series by Paramount, will begin soon in downtown San Antonio. The City of San Antonio’s Department of Arts & Culture anticipates varying closures along Broadway and Peacock Alley starting September 16 until September 27. In addition, temporary road closures and detours have been implemented on Broadway between Third Street and Sixth Street, with lane restrictions expected. While this activity is not part of the Alamo Plan and falls outside our project scope, we want to ensure stakeholders are informed of these temporary adjustments. For more information visit the City of San Antonio's Film Commission informational page here. 

To facilitate utility line work, the fence line at the north end of the Houston St. North Streetscape project will be temporarily shifted a 2-3 feet north next week. This slight adjustment will last for a few days, after which the fence line will be returned to the curb on the northern side of Houston St.. This is a temporary measure, and the corridor dimensions will return to how it currently is structured in that location. Pedestrian and business access to this corridor will not be blocked. 

In 2018, the San Antonio City Council voted to transform this section of Houston Street, which includes part of the Alamo Mission and battlefield footprint, into a pedestrian-only zone after construction, enhancing both visitor experience and safety. To support local businesses, wayfinding signage will be installed and updated maps will be established in coordination with the City of San Antonio, ensuring smooth traffic flow and accessibility during this transition.

Our General Contractor, Clark Guido, who is managing many of the projects related to the Alamo Plan, has prepared a letter for the Alamo's surrounding neighbors. This letter includes important information and points of contact should you wish to reach out directly to Clark Guido during the ongoing construction.

We want to ensure that you feel informed and supported throughout this process. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the Alamo directly. We are here to assist you and appreciate your understanding as we work to enhance this historic site.

This thoughtfully designed area south of Plaza de Valero will feature statues commemorating significant figures, benches for relaxation, additional trees for shade, and historical signage. These elements will create an inviting space that bridges the connection between Commerce St. and Plaza de Valero, offering both a place of reflection and an educational journey through Texas’s storied past.

The current construction fence footprint at Plaza de Valero will expand south to Commerce St. sometime AFTER Labor Day weekend. Access for pedestrians to traverse East-to-West across Alamo St. will be at  both Blum St. and Commerce St.

The demolition work for the Visitor Center and Museum project is progressing. As part of these efforts, Houston Street adjacent to the VCM has been closed to facilitate logistics. Additionally, the fenced parameter for this project has been extended into Alamo Plaza. Please refer to the updated stakeholder map at the top of this notice for further details.

The Mission Gate and Lunette interpretation is now available to view. There is surrounding supplemental work still taking place, including the installation of additional lighting this week. The corridor between the Mission Gate and Lunette and the Menger Hotel will reopen in the fall as these utility lines are being installed. The Alamo Arcade corridor is still accessible during this time. 

This week, concrete has been poured, pavers have been installed, and lighting work is ongoing.

The Paseo del Alamo project, connecting the Riverwalk and the Alamo, is moving forward. Since January 15, 2024, construction fencing has been erected to secure and define the construction area. New rendering windscreens were recently placed at this location to help show how the space will appear. (Rendering below) Access to the Ripley's Believe It or Not! gift shop remains open to pedestrians.

The demolition of the Alamo Annex has been completed, clearing the way for the new construction of the Texas Cavaliers Education Center. With the site now clear, construction of the new center, scheduled to open in Fall 2025, has begun. This phase involves encapsulating the historic Alamo Hall within the new center, integrating it into the state-of-the-art facility. The construction process will ensure that the Alamo Hall is preserved and enhanced as part of the new center, providing a rich learning environment for students.

Safety and Accessibility
The safety of our community, visitors, and team members remains our top priority. We sincerely thank you for respecting these safety measures and refraining from entering restricted zones. 
 
Your Valued Input
Your insights and suggestions have proven invaluable to us. We're dedicated to keeping you informed every step of the way, and we welcome your input in refining our communication process. If you know of any additional contacts who should receive our weekly updates, please don't hesitate to let us know. Your support in keeping our community well-informed is greatly appreciated.
 
Staying Connected
As we move forward with our construction endeavors, we encourage you to reach out to us with any questions or concerns you might have. We're here to address any inquiries and provide you with the information you need. Your enthusiasm and patience inspire us, and we're excited to continue this journey together.

In addition to these weekly construction updates, the Alamo Trust, Inc. also hosts quarterly breakfast updates, bi-weekly calls, and joins the City of San Antonio downtown construction updates. If you would like to be added to the distribution listings for the quarterly in person breakfast meetings or virtual bi-weekly calls, please reach out to JHuhn@theAlamo.org.
 
Thank you once again for being part of our community's progress. We look forward to the day when these enhancements will further enrich the Alamo and downtown San Antonio experience for generations to come.