Kimco’s Preservation of Historic Houston Cinema Maintains Community Hub

The River Oaks Theatre, Houston’s oldest cinema, was built in 1939 and is a landmark anchor tenant at a shopping center. Kimco Realty, the owner of the shopping center, has begun a long-term revitalization project that includes the resurgence of the theatre. This project aims to breathe new life into the entire shopping center and bring new opportunities for the surrounding community. The theatre’s history and significance make it an important part of the revitalization efforts, and its restoration is seen as a symbol of the overall transformation of the center. By focusing on this anchor tenant, Kimco hopes to attract more visitors and tenants to the shopping center, creating a vibrant and active place for people to gather and enjoy.