Woolworth, F. W., Building
historic place
The F. W. Woolworth Building, a historic place in Fort Worth, Texas, is located in Tarrant County. It was constructed in 1926. Architects Wiley G. Clarkson and James T. Taylor designed the building. They initially planned for a ten-story structure, but it was built as a three-story building. The building exhibits a Classical Revival architectural style. It is made of concrete and faced with white Texas limestone, featuring an elaborate carved frieze beneath its cornice. From 1926 to 1990, the F. W. Woolworth Company operated a retail store within these walls. This building served as a prominent department store in downtown Fort Worth for decades. Today, it houses other tenants. The F. W. Woolworth Building was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 25, 1994. This listing recognizes its architectural design and its historical role in the city's commerce.