12th Street Promenade
Walk of Fame
The 12th Street Promenade is a pedestrian pathway in the heart of Halperin Park that literally and symbolically rejoins a once-vital municipal thoroughfare.
More importantly, the Promenade will include a walk of fame that serves as an engaging and educational stroll through the past, offering visitors the opportunity to “meet” citizens who defined Oak Cliff’s dramatic past, vibrant present and bold future.
Up to 12 individuals will be permanently featured in the Promenade’s construction via custom bronze and limestone pavers when Halperin Park opens next spring, with additional honorees added over time based on community input.
Learn more about the current candidates in our e-book below.
About the 12th Street Promenade
Walk of Fame
Selection Process
The Southern Gateway Public Green Foundation Community Advisory Council leads the selection process for the 12th Street Promenade Walk of Fame. The Council reviews input from the community, along with local historians and archivists, to identify worthy nominees. Specific criteria for selection are:
The honoree is/was a notable person who was either born in Oak Cliff or spent significant time there as a resident.
The honoree contributed in a significant and positive way to the history or development of Oak Cliff.
Significant and positive contributor to the Oak Cliff area in the way of arts & culture, education, social activism, non-profit services, government, sports, health & wellness, technology, business or religion.
If the honoree was a public figure, he or she must be retired or out of office a minimum of 4 years.
The Foundation is currently accepting nominations for the inaugural walk of fame class, which will be unveiled in Spring 2026.
The deadline for nominations is December 5, 2025.