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The shopping center was originally opened in 1974. Following years of decline, the center was redeveloped in 1999 using public and private funds in an effort to revitalize downtown Spokane. The mall, privately owned by Cowles Company, is anchored by Nordstrom and AMC Theatres.\n\n\n== History ==\n\nThe original River Park Square was opened on May 1, 1974, during a dedicated ceremony that featured Governor Daniel J. Evans and Nordstrom officials. 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Unknown: current tenant list beyond Nordstrom/AMC (mentioned in narrative).", "where_it_stands": "Downtown Spokane, within 0.3km of 4 other built projects. No active construction noted beyond the 1999 retrofit. No current development permits listed. 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