Anthem Groundbreaking Ushers in Lincoln Square Transformation
Published on August 03, 2026
By Office of Communication
City and community and leaders gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of Anthem, the transformational redevelopment of the former Lincoln Square shopping center, on Monday, Aug. 3, 2026.
“Lincoln Square has been an iconic north Arlington spot for nearly 40 years, but the aging retail center has not seen the innovations or private investment needed to keep it market relevant,” said Arlington Mayor Jim Ross.
“Trademark’s total $135 million+ planned investment will bring new shopping, dining and entertainment options, and serve as a catalyst for even more redevelopment.”
Trademark Property Company (Trademark) and Harrison Street Asset Management are joint venture partners on the project, with InterBank providing refinancing and construction financing for the project. The 43-acre development is slated for completion in early 2028.
Designed to serve as the modern gateway to North Arlington and a destination-worthy meeting place in the middle of DFW-Arlington, after demolition of 70,000 sq. ft., Anthem is expected to feature 404,000 sq. ft. of retail, food & beverage, public spaces and entertainment space upon completion.
Property improvements include walkability and connectivity, as well as increased surface parking, all new facades and new branding and signage. The plans for Anthem also feature a public green space, a curated public art program – including the original Lincoln Square horse statue, outdoor seating, bike racks and event programming.
“With the addition of meaningful projects like the National Medal of Honor Museum and the expansion of the entertainment district near AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field, North Arlington has been on a meteoric rise over the last decade,” said Terry Montesi, CEO and founder of Trademark.
“Anthem – formerly Lincoln Square – has been a staple of this community for more than 40 years, and we’re honored that the City of Arlington trusted us to take this strategic development to the next level. After years of diligent planning, groundbreaking is our first major construction milestone in delivering a dynamic lifestyle destination for this community and the DFW metroplex.”
Working closely in a public-private partnership with the Arlington Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and the City of Arlington, the project has prioritized local market research through surveys, planning sessions and community meetings since becoming involved in 2022. The overall strategy behind the redevelopment has been heavily influenced by the feelings and ideas expressed by the community.
“What we come to appreciate about our partnership with Trademark is a combined team approach to community feedback,” said Marty Wieder, executive director of the Arlington EDC.
“All the key players share the same goal: transformational redevelopment that integrates seamlessly with the neighboring fabric of the City. And the vision we’ve developed together for Anthem will further Arlington’s reputation as an entertainment hub, addressing the needs and wants of residents and visitors alike.”
Trademark has committed to investing at least $100 million in the project, not including tenant build-outs. As part of the agreement, the Arlington EDC will provide up to approximately $24.5 million in funding to reimburse eligible public infrastructure improvements such as utilities, lighting, landscaping, pavement, demolition and public amenities.
Final lease negotiations are in progress with more than 35,000 sq. ft. of retail and food and beverage tenants, many of which will be new to the market.
While primarily focused on creating a premier retail and entertainment destination, Anthem was designed with future-proofing in mind, allowing for the potential integration of mixed-use components as market opportunities evolve. In June 2026, the Arlington City Council approved the purchase of a 2.31-acre parcel within Anthem for an office development, which will proceed through a public bidding process.