JFK Tribute in Fort Worth, Text Panels Replaced

Fort Worth, TX – Construction crews from AUI replaced the original JFK Tribute text panels, replacing the English and Spanish translations of Speaker Wright’s words with panels featuring letters 50% larger.

“After opening the Tribute and watching how people interacted with it, we decided that the letters were too small to read comfortably.” Said Andy Taft, President of Downtown Fort Worth Initiatives, Inc.. DFWII developed the Tribute.

“We are also working on refining the glass plinth panels and putting the finishing touches on the water wall. Working with water, natural stone and glass requires a work in period. These issues should be fine tuned in a few weeks,” Taft added.

About Downtown Fort Worth Inc., and Downtown Fort Worth Initiatives, Inc.

In the early 1980s, Fort Worth began the urban revitalization of its downtown central business district aided by a private sector voice, Downtown Fort Worth, Inc. (DFWI). DFWI was established by a group of dedicated downtown property owners in December of 1981. This membership-based, 501(c)(6) organization has evolved into a significant champion for progress and excellence in downtown Fort Worth. In 1988, Downtown Fort Worth, Inc. formed Downtown Fort Worth Initiatives, Inc. (DFWII), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization to provide a pathway for foundation grants, philanthropic donations and other contributions to help fund charitable, educational and public-purpose downtown projects. They are on the web at www.dfwi.org.