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Grand Theatre Main | Fox | Neon | Other Grand
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. Check out this theatre and others from Southern California at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Southern California.
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. San Diego is home to other classic theatres at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre San Diego.
The old Reel Joy Theatre in King City doesn't appear to show movies anymore, even though the exterior still looked to be in good condition. See this theatre and more at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Central California.
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. See more theatres from the desert at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Treasures of the Desert.
Also in Menlo Park is the Park Theatre and its deco facade. See other grand theatre at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Northern California.
This is the Hollywood Theatre in Hollywood... 'er... Gowanda, NY. This photo is a study of contrasts... the grim reminder of the the ravages of time showing on the front facade vs. the huge banner asking for help towards saving this treasure. More theatres from the East can be found at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre East.
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 porcelain and tile work around the ticket booth. Amazing craftsmanship. The midwestern part of the U.S. is home to a great many old theatres as can be found at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Midwest.
The Gem Theatre looks to be still a gem of a theater in Nevada. More Nevada classics can be found at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre 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. Check out more of the Rocky Mountain classics at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Rocky Mountains.
Here's the Hollywood Theatre of Portland, Oregon. What a marvel ... check out the detail and ornate styling of this theatre. See more from the Pacific Northwest at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Pacific Northwest.
Charlotte, NC is also home to the Park Terrace Theater. The marquee and building look well-preserved. More from the Southeast can be found at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Southeast.
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. Arizona is home to some nice treasures as can be found at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Arizona.
The El Raton Theatre in Raton, NM has been in existence for over 70 years. See others from New Mexico at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre New Mexico.
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. See more from Florida at where else but Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Florida.
Check out the Texas Theatre located along Main Street in the Route 66 town of Shamrock. See more from Texas at Roadside Peek's Grand Theatre Texas.
Have a look see at the front of the Brawley Theatre. The theatre had been damaged in an earthquake in October 1979. See other classic theatres from the desert here at Grand Theatre California Desert.
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