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In 1958, the
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space frame (diamond shape design) with a thin concrete cover. This strong, yet light roof structure allowed for the barrel-shaped 224-foot unsupported span, which was the world’s longest when it was built. As an additional plus factor, this kind of construction keeps
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Colley's
Coliseum design began attracting the attention of the national architectural community even before it was built. In January 1952, the ‘auditorium plan’ (Coliseum and Exposition Hall) was awarded the annual jury prize by
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for being “the most noteworthy submission among buildings for public use.” The entire complex (Coliseum, Exposition Hall and City Hall) were featured in a 16-page article in the
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featured the building again. Its lamella roof was pictured on the magazine’s cover and the related article discussed the design of the
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The original design included a comprehensive plan for a bayfront 'Civic Center' which would include a
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and was attended by local, state and military officials. It is also notable that tejano music star
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Kiewitt, Dr. G.R. “The New Look in
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performed here on
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In 1955, Memorial
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of
Memorial Coliseum, Richard S. Colley, was Corpus Christi's local star in the world of
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Peissi, P. "Quelques Réflexions sur l'esthétique de la construction métallique."
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style. Extremely well constructed, its footings were anchored into the original
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costs low and maintenance over 40 years is lower than in traditional buildings.
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As of January 12, 2010 the Memorial Coliseum was scheduled to be
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Dames, Urban. “Columbia Iron Welds Structural Steel Framework.”
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and included several photos of the building under construction.
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United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas
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In 1954, during the final construction phase of the Coliseum,
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760:American Bank Center
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