Crow Holdings purchased Old Parkland in 2006 and set out to preserve the historical landmark for the community. When the restoration was completed in 2008, the building was not only restored to its historic character, but brought to a stunning new life. The Hospital’s rich history of innovation and education and its central place in the community, will be carried forward by Old Parkland. Boasting a membership of the finest business and civic minds in the city, Old Parkland has reclaimed its place as a vital part of the future of Dallas, just as it was to the past.
History
Originally a teaching hospital, Old Parkland always had a unique connection with those who worked inside. The passion, dedication, and determination of these people still echo in the walls of the buildings, inspiring those who now walk their halls and landscaped gardens.
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1894
Original Hospital Opens in Dallas
Pavilion style frame hospital buildings opened on former city park site at Maple Avenue and Oak Lawn Avenue.
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1911
Meningitis Created a Need
Meningitis epidemic lead to decision to raze original buildings and to construct a new hospital with up-to-date services and equipment.
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1913
Parkland Hospital Opened
The gleaming new building immediately became the most modern medical facility in the region.
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1921
Hospital Expansion
Two northern wings and a matching southern wing were completed.
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1922
Nurses Quarters Constructed
The dormitory promoted strong bonds between the nurses, who even produced annual yearbooks to chronicle times.
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1936
Expansion and New Wing Added
Bond issue passed and federal Public Works Administration funds enlarge existing wings and to build new four-story wing. Power plant built.
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1954
New Parkland Hospital Added
Old Parkland converted to care for tuberculosis victims, psychiatric and chronic care cases, formerly treated at Woodlawn Hospital.
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1987
Designated Dallas Historic Landmark
Original Old Parkland Building is designated as Dallas Historic Landmark.
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1996
Plan For Redevelopment
Dallas County Hospital District repurchased the then empty facility with plans for redevelopment.
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2005
Old Parkland for Sale
After a period of disuse, Dallas County let a contract for the sale of Parkland Hospital for redevelopment.
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2006
Crow Holdings Renovated Old Parkland
Crow Holdings announced it would renovate Old Parkland as its corporate headquarters.
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2008
Crow Holdings Moved to Old Parkland
Crow Holdings occupied hospital building.
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2009
Seamless Transition from Old to New
Nurses Quarters and Woodlawn Hall completed and opened.
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2011
A New Addition
Construction of Reagan Place completed.
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2012
Building on the Past
Construction of the West Campus expansion begins.
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2014
Honoring American Ideals
Installation of The American Experiment begins.
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2015
West Campus Expansion Complete
Tenants begin occupying Parkland Hall, Oak Lawn Hall and Commonwealth Hall.
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2019
Freedom Place Complete
The newest office building, Freedom Place, opened in fall of 2019 on the north end of campus.
