The Hall of State (originally the State of Texas Building) is a building in Dallas 's Fair Park that commemorates the history of the U.S. state of Texas and is considered one of the best examples of …

Built by the State of Texas for the 1936 Centennial Exposition, the Hall of State has hosted events honoring presidents, royalty, heads of state, and other dignitaries for over eighty years.

The Hall of State is considered one of the best examples of Art Deco architecture in the state. In 1938, the Dallas Historical Society took custody and assumed responsibility for operating it as a Museum of …

Apr 28, 2016 · Discover the Hall of State in Dallas, Texas, a stunning Art Deco museum showcasing Texas history, culture, and art. Learn about its architecture, exhibits, and significance.

Aug 4, 2017 · Formally known as the State of Texas Building, the Hall of State is home to the Dallas Historical Society, as well as some of the most breathtaking Art Deco designs in the world.

Fitzgerald favors the Hall of State, which conveys the story of Texas’ first 100 years of independence through its architecture and artworks and was a centerpiece of the buildings created for the 1936 …

The Hall of State (State of Texas Building) was constructed by the State of Texas as an exhibition hall to commemorate the Texas Centennial in 1936. It reflects the physical, social and economic …

Designed by Houston architect, Donald Barthelme, at a cost of $1,200,000, the monument was to be “dedicated to the four centuries of Texas history, heroism, and achievement under the flags of six …

Above it we see a figure representing the State of Texas, symbolically the source of the bounty. At the top of the mural the distinctive outline of three university buildings symbolize higher education in the …

This three-story, castle-like structure stands as the oldest state office building in Texas. Recognized as a Texas Historic Landmark in 1962 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970.