Theater
170 S. Elm Street,
Avoca,
IA
51521
170 S. Elm Street,
Avoca,
IA
51521
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This theater first appears on the 1909 Sanborn, in the southern storefront of the Opera House Block, a two story brick structure that dated to before 1883. The 1899 map shows a sample room located here.
The Opera House was still active in the upper story, and does not seem to have shown films. This theater is still active on the 1920 map, at which time the Opera House had become a dance hall.
The building today is in poor shape. The upper story appears derelict, and the ground floor has suffered a really awful remodel. The current occupant is a dentist.
Contributed by
Seth Gaines
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The 1914-15 American Motion Picture Directory lists the Majestic, Bijou, Novelty, and Unique. Far too many theaters for a town of about 1,600. By 1925, only the Majestic is still listed.