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One of Culver City, California's roadside landmarks is the historical Culver Theatre on Washington Boulevard, built in the 1940's. The latest word is that the theatre will be made into a sort of live theatre stage, with the outdoor marquee and tower restored back to its original glory.
The Bay Theatre in National City is another of the remaining S. Charles Lee designed gems. Featuring the standard Lee pillar on top, the Bay appears to still be in great shape.
As the heyday of the magnificent single-screen theatre passed, many of
the majestic movie palaces were gutted, transformed into swap meet like
bazaars, torn down, or converted to churches. This movie house in the
San Joaquin Valley was formerly known as the Chief
Theatre and is being put to good use as a church.
Also in Menlo Park is the Park Theatre and its deco facade.
The Fargo Theatre is still in great shape and the neon lights up the sky. Check out other theatres of the Great Plains at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Great Plains.
The Crump Theatre is still in operation. Check out the massive vertical neon sign, enameled porcelin and tilework around the ticket booth. Amazing craftsmanship.
The Gem Theatre looks to be still a gem of a theater in Nevada.
Also in the Whitefish, Montana area is the Palace Theatre. Similar to many old classic theatres, the Palace sports a marquee hanging over an old building. Not sure if this one is still open for business.
Here's the Hollywood Theatre of Portland, Oregon. What a marvel ... check out the detail and ornate styling of this theatre.
Charlotte, NC is also home to the Park Terrace Theater. The marquee and building look well-preserved.
This theatre possesses the mid-century multi-colored lettering and most of the styling befitting the Orpheum name. This Orpheum Theatre is located on Route 66 in Flagstaff, AZ.
The Skyline Theatre sports some of the deco effects though the facade itself appears rather sparse. This theatre is located in Canon City, Colorado.
Check out the deco Fiesta Twin Cinema in Utah with its multi-colored facade. Still playing current movies.
The Seminole Theater on Florida Avenue in Tampa has managed to survive since the 1920s. It once had a tall neon marquee above the center entrance. At one point it must have been replaced by a smaller movie board and the theater itself at the present moment appears to be occupied by a religious organization.
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