Coming Soon
508 Park will be open to the public in the near future. We’re currently fundraising to continue our renovation efforts. Once the renovation is complete, 508 Park will not only be home to the following community resources but also a fantastic location for business and private events. Our rooftop event space will dazzle guests with its stellar views of downtown Dallas. Continue to visit this site and Encore Park for the latest information on how to book 508 Park for your special event.
Recording studio
The recording studio on the 3rd floor of 508 Park will be available to everyone from professional musicians to students. You can record in the same location where Robert Johnson, the Light Crust Doughboys, Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys, the Crystal Spring Ramblers, Black Boy Shine, W. Lee O’Daniel and his Hillbilly Boys, Lolo Cavazos, The Chuck Wagon Gang and many others recorded. We plan to have both digital and period analog recording. Come experience how recording was done in the 1930s prior to the invention of magnetic tape and mixing boards.
The Sculpture wall
The Encore Park Sculpture Wall is the first realized aspect of our commitment to our unique location at the crossroads of the past and present. In 2012, The Encore Park Project Committee commissioned Brad Oldham and Christy Coltrin to create original artwork for the amphitheater walls that denote the former perimeter of the Columbia Film Exchange building. Learn more about The Encore Park Sculpture wall.
Stewpot Art Program Gallery
The Stewpot Art Program has been in existence since the 1990s and nurtures the artistic talents of homeless and at-risk individuals. Visit The Stewpot to learn more about this unique program. Encore Park will have a gallery featuring the artwork of these talented artists. Works will be for sale and 90% of the proceeds go to the artist.
508 Amphitheater
Bringing the music back to 508 Park, the 508 Amphitheater is home to many of our performing arts events. Since its dedication on October 24, 2014, several exciting performances have taken place on its stage including the inaugural concert by blues artist Larry Lampkin and his band. To view upcoming 508 Amphitheater events, visit Encore Park.
Museum of Street Culture
The Museum of Street Culture presents film, music and architectural history exhibitions and public programs. Exhibitions focus on the homeless and the art they create, as well as current directions in street culture, including performance, installation and emerging art forms. Learn more about The Museum of Street Culture and its upcoming events.
Coffee Bar & Gift Shop
The 1st floor of 508 Park will include a coffee bar featuring the coffee of Full City Rooster who was recognized in 2017 by D Magazine for the best coffee in town. In addition to the items for sale in the art gallery there will be a gift shop featuring. . .well you know. . .gifts. Stay tuned here for updates!