Our History
Our Beginnings
In a region where historical markers are everywhere, it should come as no surprise that Tysons Corner Center is a landmark in and of itself – starting as one of the first super-regional shopping centers in the country and now one of the nation’s signature mixed-use communities.
Early Days
On July 25, 1968, Tysons Corner Center introduced suburban Washington, D.C. to the convenience and comfort of a fully enclosed, climate-controlled shopping experience when it opened its doors for the first time. It quickly grew to include three anchors (Hecht’s, Lansburgh’s and Woodward & Lothrop) and 100 specialty stores. New York import Bloomingdale’s joined in 1976.
Through the Years
In its 50+ years, Tysons Corner Center has stayed at the forefront of the ever-changing retail landscape through large-scale renovations and continual re-merchandising to meet the evolving consumer demands of the surrounding community.
1980s-1990s
By 1988, the center boasted nearly 650,000 square feet of new retail space, filled by 100 additional stores. Nordstrom in 1988, followed closely by Lord & Taylor in 1990, were among the center’s heralded newcomers.
2000s
In 2005, with Macerich at the helm after acquiring a 50 percent interest in the property, a massive renovation would bring the shopping center today to a total of 2.25 million square feet – almost twice its original size - making it the largest in the Washington, D.C. area.
2010s
By 2018, Tysons Corner Center transformed into an urban, pedestrian-oriented live-work-shop destination, with up to 3.7 million square feet of office, residential, retail and hotel uses.
Today and Into the Future
Metro's Silver Line now links Tysons Corner Center to the surrounding community. Beautifully landscaped plazas, parks and walkways surround first-class shopping, office, and residential development in a vibrant, enticing setting.
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