Higginbotham-Bailey Building Plaque

On a bustling Dallas street corner, a silent sentinel stands watch. The Higginbotham-Bailey Building Plaque, a simple yet elegant marker, whispers tales of a bygone era. It speaks of a time when the West End was the heart of the Dallas Garment District. The Higginbotham-Bailey Building itself is a testament to the city’s rich commercial past. This simplified Renaissance Revival structure, with its Chicago School influences, stands proudly at 900 Jackson Street. Designed by the renowned Dallas architects Lang and Witchell, it echoes the ambition and vision of its founders. The Higginbotham-Bailey-Logan Co., later known as Higginbotham-Bailey, established its dry goods manufacturing and distribution business within these walls. The western section first opened its doors in 1914. As the business thrived, the building expanded, with additions completed in 1917 and 1923. The plaque, a 1984 Texas Historic Landmark, proudly proclaims the building’s significance. It details the architects, the original company, and the building’s distinctive architectural style, complete with its geometrically detailed corner towers. The Higginbotham-Bailey Building isn’t just a building. It is a symbol of Dallas’s entrepreneurial spirit and a reminder of the industries that shaped the city. Take a moment to appreciate the plaque and the building it commemorates. They represent a tangible link to Dallas’s vibrant past.