S. H. Kress and Co. Building (Tampa, Florida)

The S. H. Kress and Co. Building, a historic site in Tampa, Florida, was constructed in 1928 and is notable for its Renaissance Revival architectural style. Once part of the S. H. Kress & Co. 'five and dime' chain, it closed in 1981 and was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1983. The building features intricate terra-cotta ornamentation and has a rich history, including its location near sites of civil rights protests in the 1960s. Despite various redevelopment attempts over the years, including plans for a hotel and office spaces, the building remains a significant landmark, with ongoing efforts to preserve and revitalize the area.