To serve as a powerful conduit of philanthropy to elevate San Antonio by ensuring exceptional quality and longevity of the Hemisfair public spaces and their amenities for generations.
The vision for the redevelopment of Hemisfair is to create a series of beloved urban parks embraced by a vibrant and walkable neighborhood. Hemisfair will be a functional urban destination that improves the quality of life for San Antonians, and is celebrated by the community and visitors alike.
My history. My Hemisfair. I was born and raised on the beautiful east side of San Antonio. My childhood home once stood where the Alamodome now stands; my family was displaced when the Alamodome was built. I grew up under the shadow of the Tower and I loved her very much. We had a Tower view from…
My history. My Hemisfair. I was a fourth grader when the 1968 World’s Fair came to San Antonio, and I remember the whole city buzzed with energy in the months leading up to Hemisfair. My mother visited high schools all over town to invite girls to join in establishing the Women’s Pavilion, and my grandfather,…
My culture. My Hemisfair. San Antonio is a young, ambitious, vibrant city with a rich cultural history and a unique culinary perspective. Though we’re influenced by Mexico and Latin America, it’s the people of San Antonio who have made our city and culture what it is today. As a native to the city, I –…
