McCollum Hall Redevelopment in the Works

The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) ap­proved Goshen + Cornerstone, LLC as the new developer for McCollum Hall in Fort Myers.

Goshen + Cornerstone’s proposal includes developing a 26-unit multi-family community and 14,200sf of commercial retail space at the existing McCollum Hall structure and adjacent parcels. The retail space will be used as a market/food hall.

Constructed in 1938 by Clifford McCollum, Sr., McCollum Hall was a commercial center in the Dunbar community. The second story held a large dance hall with a raised stage for live performances by Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong and others. It was a centerpiece of commerce, music and entertainment that attracted big-name performers in its prime, and was one of the few places all residents could go for entertainment during segregation.

The Fort Myers Community Rede­velopment Agency was created in 1984 by the City of Fort Myers to formulate a plan and strategy for the revitaliza­tion of the downtown River District. Visit FortMyersCRA.com for additional information.