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What are Cultural Heritage Districts?

A cultural heritage district represents a collection of tangible and intangible resources that contribute to a community’s sense of place and cultural identity. Cultural significance is evaluated by identifying and assessing heritage values associated with a site and themes associated with social, ethnic, and culinary traditions. By recognizing and authenticating places of cultural significance in our city as cultural heritage districts, we help to recognize and celebrate our unique and diverse heritage.

The primary benefits of cultural heritage district recognition are promotion and awareness of the history and culture of an area or resource and a close review of potential demolition applications by OHP staff for potential landmark designation.

San Antonio has three Cultural Heritage Districts:

  • Jefferson Heights (2005)

  • Old Hwy 90 (2018)

  • Hockley-Clay Cemetery (2022)

Pending Cultural Heritage Districts:

San Antonio’s Silk Road (Wurzbach Corridor)

Pride (N Main Corridor)