Carver Theatre
1120 Queen Street,
Alexandria,
VA
22314
1120 Queen Street,
Alexandria,
VA
22314
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Additional Info
Architects: John J. Zink
Functions: Church
Styles: Streamline Moderne
Previous Names: King's Palace
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The Carver Theatre was opened on February 9, 1948 with George Raft in “Intrigue”. It was operated by Maurice Rosenberg’s Amusements Inc. as a first-run African American theatre. In 1964 it was renamed King’s Palace, and was just that. Closed the following year in 1965, it has long since been converted to a church.
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Ross Melnick
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The Kings Palace Theatre open as the Carver Theatre at 1120 Queen Street and it seated 684 people.
This seems to be an ad for leasing space in this one:
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Washington Post of 4-15-1955 has a listing for the “Carver-Alexandria” Theatre, Alexandria Virginia. TE-6-6902.
Here is another photo:
http://tinyurl.com/357sze
Here is a February 2008 (not very flattering) evening photo of this magnificent structure.
Great photostream Jack.
I love the facade! Love the curved brick! Thanks for posting Jack!
Out of curiosity, I went inside the building this past Sunday. All of the interior decor has been removed from the auditorium — just fluorescent lighting and cinder block walls now. The congregation of the church was very gracious and welcoming.
The Carver Theatre launched February 9, 1948 with “Intrigue” By Maurice Rosenberg’s Amusements, Inc. It was known for its modern art mural depicting Carver’s life.