The Monroeville Mall is about to change. Opened in 1969, the Monroeville Mall has seen a lot of changes over the years, and there's a new one with the introduction of Walmart as the property's new owner,

Though they plan to redevelop the once-thriving retail hub, Walmart states it's too early in the process to share a plan.

Retail giant Walmart bought Monroeville Mall, a spokesman confirmed Tuesday. But no specific plans for the 186-acre site have been released, said Mark Rickel, director of corporate communications for Walmart.