Gaslight Square Project

While you've probably heard or read about revitalization efforts in St. Louis' residential neighborhoods, you'll now have a chance to get a little closer and gain a better understanding as a result of Channel 9's Rebuilding St. Louis television program. Now in its second year of collaboration with the Home Builders Association of Greater St. Louis, Channel 9's Rebuilding St. Louis will track the redevelopment of one of St. Louis' most beloved historical neighborhoods: Gaslight Square. In the 1950s and early '60s, this entertainment district was the place to be and to see rising stars. Long abandoned, Gaslight Square will be revitalized by developers Greg Vatterott and Jerry King, who along with eight builders will be constructing new housing that will be carefully designed for architectural compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood.

The story of the revitalization of the Gaslight Square neighborhood will be chronicled for one year, by Channel 9, from March 2004 through February 2005. Hometime's Dean Johnson and Robin Hartl will visit St. Louis to kick off the project. In the months to come, Channel 9 will air Rebuilding St. Louis rehab updates, 90-second vignettes that will track the neighborhood's rebirth. These updates will air throughout Channel 9's broadcast day, particularly during home improvement programming on Saturday and Sunday evenings.

Progress



Find out about last year's project at the Capistrano.

Find St. Louis resources for rehabbers.