Rebirth of the Excelsior Club: WBTV Coverage of West End Cultural Restoration

Source: WBTV – “Rebirth of the Excelsior Club”

Link: https://www.wbtv.com/2025/05/07/rebirth-excelsior-club/?outputType=amp

This WBTV segment highlights the ongoing restoration of the Excelsior Club, the legendary gathering place that once served as a cultural anchor for Charlotte’s Black community. The report details how Kennedy Properties is leading the effort to preserve its legacy while preparing the site for a new generation of community engagement.

The segment underscores the building’s historic importance, the impact of its temporary closure, and the momentum surrounding its redevelopment. The coverage positions the Excelsior’s rebirth as both a cultural restoration and an economic catalyst for the Beatties Ford Road corridor.