6 vanished Sacramento landmarks reshape the city's memory
Sacramento's cityscape has shifted as famed sites like the original Tower Records building make way for modern developments such as new five-story apartment complexes with retail space. The beloved Capital Athletic Club downtown now hums to fresh life as the Capital YMCA, offering renovated facilities and attracting former and new members alike.
Grand movie theaters like the Alhambra and Fox Senator once drew crowds but have largely vanished, replaced by office towers and housing, while only a few, like the Tower Theatre and Crest Theatre, continue to operate. The closure of downtown staples such as the Macy's department store and the uncertain future of landmarks like the Renaissance Tower and the Sacramento Zoo's relocation plans reveal ongoing debates about how Sacramento balances its historic legacy with changing economic demands and community needs. Each vanished landmark leaves memories and influences decisions about what the city will become next.
The YMCA is in the early stages of its renovation before its grand opening early in 2025. | Published September 20, 2024 | Read Full Story by Chris Biderman
It was the city's tallest building for a time. | Published October 21, 2024 | Read Full Story by Annika Merrilees
In 1973, a decades-old cinema was demolished in favor of a Safeway grocery store. | Published November 2, 2024 | Read Full Story by Graham Womack
A new residential future on Broadway is taking shape – and it has some scale. | Published November 9, 2024 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio
What's next for Sacramento's downtown Macy's building? | Published January 14, 2025 | Read Full Story by Annika Merrilees
'We truly believe that ending the Elk Grove project is the most responsible choice for the long-term sustainability and success of the zoo,' the CEO said. | Published April 30, 2025 | Read Full Story by Darrell Smith Marcus D. Smith
The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
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