Redevelopment Has Begun at Historic Attucks High School
Work is underway to stabilize and renovate the historic 1916 school building in Hopkinsville.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Construction
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The Revive to Thrive project has commenced Phase 1 redevelopment at the former Attucks High School site. The project team, led by a partnership between WB Properties and Men 2 Be, aims to address structural issues and incorporate housing into the historic campus.
Why it matters
The redevelopment seeks to revitalize the site by stabilizing the building shell, which has been in place since its original construction. The initiative aims to blend historical preservation with new residential utility for the surrounding neighborhood.
The original school structure dates back to 1916, and the current construction phase has a 45-day window to advance initial site work. Miranda Construction is tasked with removing the building's north wing while preserving bricks.
The players
WB Properties
This real estate firm is serving as a project partner for the redevelopment of the Attucks High School campus.
Men 2 Be
This organization has partnered with WB Properties to launch the Revive to Thrive redevelopment initiative.
Miranda Construction
This company has been contracted to handle the demolition and physical renovation work for the first phase of the campus project.
The details
The Revive to Thrive initiative involves the removal of the building's north wing to stabilize the structure, alongside plans to reroof the south wing. Miranda Construction will coordinate the demolition and preservation efforts with local city planning officials throughout the process.
Timeline
The original school building was constructed in 1916.
WB Properties and Men 2 Be formed their partnership in August 2026.
Representatives met with city officials on September 21, 2026.
Market Landscape
The project follows a pattern set by the 2024 Kentucky historic preservation tax incentive programs to repurpose aging public structures. This move signals a broader industry trend of converting vacant educational facilities into mixed-use residential developments.
Residents may see temporary site closures or construction activity in the Eastside neighborhood as the north wing is removed. The long-term goal of the initiative is to provide new housing options for the local community once the building shell is stabilized.
The takeaway
The Revive to Thrive project represents an effort to preserve local history while meeting contemporary needs for urban housing. Residents should anticipate ongoing site work as the team adheres to their 45-day progress timeline.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by WKDZ.
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