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Metropolitan Building
A signature building in the Grand Center Arts and Entertainment District will be developed in the near future. Grand Center Inc. announced their selection of Pyramid Construction as the developer of the long-vacant Metropolitan Building located at the corner of Grand Blvd. and Olive in the heart of Grand Center.

The plans for the project have not been officially announced, but for more information, contact Pyramid Construction or call Pyramid at 314-446-2900.

Metropolitan Building
Metropolitan Building
500 N Grand Blvd
St Louis, MO 63103

University Plaza Apartments
The restored University Plaza Apartment Building, located at 607 North Grand in the heart of Grand Center, is the perfect home for the busy urban professional. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Buildings, this dramatic structure was designed in 1918 by Eames and Young and underwent renovation in 1993.

The one and two bedroom apartment homes have been designed with contemporary urban living in mind and boast breathtaking views of the St. Louis skyline. Rents range from $675 to $2,500 for the grand ballroom apartment which has 2,600 square foot of living space, 22-foot ceilings and wall-to-wall windows.

For information, call 314-534-0402.

University Plaza Apartments
University Plaza Apartments
607 N. Grand
St Louis, MO 63103

Phone: 314-534-0402

Neighborhood Assistance Program
Administered by the Missouri Department of Economic Development, the Neighborhood Assistance Program is designed to assist endangered communities and their residents by improving the quality of life in their neighborhoods through revitalization. This program enables donors to redirect their Missouri Tax dollars to local projects while reducing administrative and overhead costs that would have been incurred if the same program was administered by a government agency.

With the support of Missouri's Neighborhood Assistance Program, Grand Center, Inc. successfully created a revolving loan program that has stimulated and attracted new investment in an older, declining urban neighborhood and transformed it into an emerging mixed-use creative and cultural district that serves the entire St. Louis region.

Projects and Organizations that have benefited from the Grand Center, Inc. Revolving Loan Fund are: Vito's, Bistro, Circus Arts, The Creepy Crawl, Metropolitan Building, Church of God In Christ/Urban Garden, Ground in Olive west housing area, Nuelle's, Schmidt Contemporary Art, Pace Framing, the Tuxedo Room and the Michael Byron's Studio.

View a map of NAP Projects

Neighborhood Assistance Program
For More Information:
Ms. Brenda Finke
CFO, Grand Center, Inc.

Phone: 314-289-1508

Commercial Space, Club Riviera Building
The four-story Club Riviera Building, a name long associated with great music, dancing, and good food is in a great location.

The first floor is now used by the Creepy Crawl music venue, but the second through fourth floors are still available to rent. Located in Grand Center, Midtown St. Louis, the Club Riviera Building is just minutes from the Downtown St. Louis area. The Club Riviera puts you just a short walk away from Jazz at the Bistro, The Fabulous Fox Theatre, many museums and galleries, restaurants such as The Best Steak House and Saint Louis University.

 Club Riviera Building
Leasing information:
JoAnne LaSala
Grand Center, Inc.

Phone: 314-289-1524

Construction Continues on Coronado
Restoration work of $36 Million on the historic Coronado Hotel is contributing to the transformation of Grand Center at Spring and Lindell Avenues. Developer/Owner Amrit Gill is nearing completion of his Phase One construction plan for this twin-towered 265,000 square foot apartment building.

Architects Henmi and Associates are renovating this 15 story tower for 65 one, two, and three bedroom apartments, which will be available for occupancy in early 2003. The second phase will then begin in the connecting 10-stoy tower, adding an additional 99 apartments.

A restaurant and patio cafe, a high-end convenience store, a fitness center, and banquet facilities will be among the retail usage of the first floor. A parking garage with rooftop pool complete the enhancements to the original Preston Bradshaw design from the mid-twenties.

The Coronado
Coronado Place Apartments
3701 Lindell Blvd
St Louis, MO 63108

Phone:314-446-4500

 
Circus Flora Features "Marrakesh" at Grand Center
ST. LOUIS, (SLFP.com), April 1, 2007
- St. Louis' beloved one-ring circus has announced its 2007 season production of "Marrakesh," a delightful mystery caper. "Marrakesh" will premiere June 7 - 24 under the air-conditioned red and white big top in Grand Center, adjacent to Powell Hall (corner of Grand Blvd. and Samuel Shepard Dr.). Tickets go on sale April 2. See Not Just For Kids Page

Grand Center Entertainment District
View of Grand Avenue looking south from Powell Symphony Hall.

Grand Center Stars As Premier Entertainment District
The Fabulous Fox Theatre, on North Grand Avenue, showcases Broadway Series, live concerts, dance performances and special events all year round.

The Fox Theatre was originally built in 1929 for William Fox by theatre architect C. Howard Crane in a style known as Siamese Byzantine. After years of decline, the theatre was purchased by Leon and Mary Strauss and beautifully restored in the 1980s by Pantheon Construction Company.

David Robertson officially began his tenure as the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra's 12th Music Director, when the season opened in September 2005. Robertson, the inspiring and charismatic American-born conductor, has received international acclaim for his ability to motivate audiences with his innovative programs.


The Saint Louis Symphony celebrates the fact that it is an American Orchestra that gained international attention with an American conductor (Leonard Slatkin) performing an American repertory.

As the second-oldest symphony orchestra in the United States, the Saint Louis Symphony honors its tradition of presenting stellar performers and captivating works for generations of concert-goers.


First Night in St. Louis
Thousands of revelers cheered for the First Night 2006 float in the Grand Parade.
The spectacular First Night takes place at Grand Center in style for a New Year's Eve celebration. Families, friends and visitors enjoy mimes, jugglers, stilt walkers, fire-eaters, magic artists and numerous participatory opportunities including the Starry Night Wishing Wall at the Woolworth Building.

First Night, a not-for-profit endeavor, was originally launched in 1976 in Boston, as an alcohol-free event created to provide the community with a unique alternative to the traditional New Year's Eve celebration.