KBHCCD 60th Anniversary

With 1 million square feet of exhibit space, the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas is one of the largest convention centers in the nation. Every year it welcomes over a million visitors attending major national and international conventions, meetings, concerts, auto shows and more.

Located in the heart of downtown Dallas, the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas has been and continues to be a fixture in the Dallas skyline.

It all began in 1957, when the Dallas Memorial Auditorium opened its doors at the corner of Canton and Akard Streets. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the Convention Center. Relive some of the Convention Center's major milestones. Here's to continued success!