Donation Made to Town of Apex by
The Villages of Apex Developers
(RALEIGH, NC. February 13, 2008) —A generous donation to the Town of Apex by Warren and Martha Halle and Mike and Wendy Howington is the inspiration behind the naming of the new Halle Cultural Arts Center. Warren Halle and Mike Howington co-own Apex First Development, the company selected by the Town of Apex to develop The Villages of Apex, a mixed-use community in the heart of Apex.
The Halle Cultural Arts Center of Apex opened to the public on Friday, January 11. Originally constructed in 1911 for approximately $7,000, the building, which is located in the heart of the downtown Apex historic district, has been fully restored, renovated and expanded. The Center houses studios, classrooms, galleries and a 135-seat theatre, all devoted to the Apex arts community.
“I am honored to have my family’s name associated with this wonderful cultural arts center located in the heart of the town’s historic district”, said Warren Halle. “We are pleased to be a part of such an important, integral part of Apex history.” Formerly Apex Town Hall, the property is listed on the National Historic Property Registry and is located at 237 North Salem Street
Apex First Development co-owner and Halle Cultural Arts Center co-founder Mike Howington is pleased with the center. “I am extremely proud to be part of such a wonderful facility that will showcase the talents of local artists.” The Center’s auditorium and theatre are named after the Howington family
“This is a very exciting time for the town of Apex and for all people in our community,” said Apex Mayor Keith Weatherly. “The Arts Center displays and exhibits are open, and several events, including a wedding reception, have already been booked. We had a great turnout on opening day and there is a lot of excitement and buzz in the community. And this is just the beginning.”
Apex Town Manager Bruce Radford has worked closely with Apex First Development to ensure that the community is the perfect fit for the town. “The Villages of Apex will enhance and expand the small town charm of historic Apex,” said Radford. ”The community is destined to become a showplace for the Triangle and a great source of pride for the residents of Apex.”
For more information on the Halle Cultural Arts Center, visit www.apexarts.org. For more information on The Villages of Apex, call 919.262.2077 or visit www.TheVillagesofApex.com.
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About Apex First Development
Apex First Development is the developer of The Villages of Apex project in the renowned Triangle region of North Carolina. The company has partnered with The Halle Companies, a highly respected builder and developer of premier residential and commercial real estate properties to create a world-class community that enhances the small town charm of historic Apex. Apex First Development was selected by the Town of Apex, NC to develop this mixed-use community. The property stretches from downtown Apex to US Highway 64. The Villages of Apex will include condominiums, townhomes, single family homes, restaurants, retail shops and class-A office space. The company has generously donated land for a private elementary school as well as land for a 13 acre city park, a two acre dog park and athletic fields for soccer and baseball. Greenway trails have been designed to wind through the community to encourage leisurely strolls, bicycling and other activities. For more information about The Villages of Apex, visit www.TheVillagesofApex.com.