Alamo Area Construction News - April 11

We’re excited to share that the tradition continues—both the Battle of Flowers and Fiesta Flambeau Parades will still pass directly in front of the Alamo during this year’s Fiesta celebrations. The Alamo Trust, Inc. is working closely with parade organizers, and project contractors to ensure that the magic and legacy of these beloved events are preserved even amid ongoing construction.

This coordination reflects our commitment to honoring community traditions while making transformative progress on the Alamo Plan. We are proud that Fiesta will once again celebrate in the shadow of Texas’ most iconic landmark, where history and heritage meet vibrant San Antonio culture.

The Alamo was honored to serve as a national backdrop for Final Four weekend, welcoming fans and media from across the country to the heart of San Antonio. Throughout the weekend, the Alamo grounds hosted major broadcasts including ESPN’s SportsCenter, College GameDay, NBA on ESPN, ACC Network, and CNN, along with numerous local and regional outlets.

These live broadcasts helped shine a national spotlight on the Alamo, promoting its rich history, future $550 million investment, and reinforcing its place as a must-visit destination. We were proud to showcase the beauty and significance of this sacred site while celebrating the energy and excitement of March Madness in downtown San Antonio. A snapshot of key media for the historic site over the last month is below. 

Thanks to the collaboration with Visit San Antonio, we have developed an updated Alamo Plaza Wayfinding Map. This resource is designed to enhance your visit by providing clear and comprehensive navigation through the area. You can download a copy of the map. Additionally, a physical copy can be obtained by visitors at the Alamo Welcome Center.

The restoration of the Alamo Cenotaph is underway, with scaffolding carefully assembled to begin the project. This week, laser cleaning was performed on the monument’s stones near the base. You can view the latest video update on this process on our social media accounts or YouTube Channel here. 

Updates on the restoration progress, as we preserve the monument in its place, will be included in our regular construction updates.

For more information and to follow the live restoration process, please visit the Cenotaph Live Cam.

The Paseo del Alamo project, designed to connect the Riverwalk and the Alamo, has entered its early construction phase. Since the beginning of the year, construction fencing has been erected to secure and define the area. New rendering windscreens have been installed to showcase the vision for the completed space. Pedestrian access to the Ripley's Believe It or Not! gift shop remains open.

As construction progresses, continued demolition of the Paseo will take place to prepare for its transformation.

The adjacent 18-Pounder interpretation of the Paseo del Alamo was recently demolished to make way for its future iteration, which will enhance the visitor experience and align with the project's overall vision. 

The demolition work for the Visitor Center and Museum (VCM), scheduled to open in 2027, is progressing and construction began on Oct. 1, 2024. As part of these efforts, Houston Street adjacent to the VCM has been closed to facilitate logistics. Currently, façade support is continuing to move forward on the Crockett Building and Woolworth Building for the adaptive reuse of these structures for the future VCM.
This week, exterior façade support work continues with steel beams installed along the perimeter of the Crockett Building and recently initiated on the Woolworth Building.

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 Alamo Promenade, located just south of Plaza de Valero, will soon transform into a thoughtfully designed space featuring statues honoring key historical figures, shaded seating areas, and interpretive signage. This welcoming area will include additional trees and commemorative elements, offering a serene environment for relaxation and reflection while seamlessly connecting Commerce Street and Plaza de Valero. Visitors will be guided on an educational journey through Texas’s rich history. The project is scheduled for completion in late 2025.

As noted above, we are working diligently to temporarily transform this location for the upcoming Fiesta parades, which will traverse this area to Commerce St. 

The demolition of the Alamo Annex has been completed, paving the way for the new Texas Cavaliers Education Center. Structural steel framing work is continuing to the west side of the Alamo Hall bulding. With the site now clear, construction of the new center, scheduled to open to the public in March 2026, has begun. This phase involves integrating the historic Alamo Hall into the state-of-the-art facility.

The construction process will ensure that Alamo Hall is preserved and enhanced as part of the new center, providing a rich learning environment for students. 

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.

Wayfinding Signage: In partnership with the City of San Antonio, signs are being placed to promote local businesses in the affected area, ensuring visitors remain informed that these establishments are still operational and accessible. Wayfinding signs have been strategically placed to navigate around the Alamo District efficiently.

Signage for the area around the future Alamo Promenade and Commerce St. area are being printed and will be installed soon. 

Wayfinding Map: Thanks to the collaboration with Visit San Antonio, we have developed an Alamo Plaza Wayfinding Map. This resource is designed to enhance your visit by providing clear and comprehensive navigation through the area. You can download a copy of the map here.

Please note that this map is also in the process of being updated soon.

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.