Olympia Theater Miami II
by Rene Triay FineArt Photos
Title
Olympia Theater Miami II
Artist
Rene Triay FineArt Photos
Medium
Photograph - Fineart Photos
Description
Wikipedia: Built in 1926 as a silent movie palace. The Olympia Theater is a theater located in Miami, Florida. Designed by John Eberson in his famed atmospheric style, the theater opened in 1926. Throughout its history, the venue has served as a movie theater, concert venue and performing arts center. In 1984, it received historical designation by the NHRP. The Olympia Theater and its sister venue, the Tampa Theatre are the only remaining atmospheric theaters in Florida.
Broke ground May 27, 1925
Opened February 18, 1926
Renovated 1972, 1975-77, 1989-96, 2000-02, 2009-12
Closed 1970-72, 1989-96
Construction cost 1.5 million
($21 million in 2016 dollars
Architect John Eberson
General contractor George A. Fuller Company
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May 1st, 2017
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HH Photography of Florida
Congratulations Rene! Your photograph has been selected for a home page Feature in the Southern Photographers group. As a permanent record, you’re invited to post your image in the FEATURED ARCHIVE thread in the group discussions.
Rene Triay FineArt Photos replied:
Thank you HH Photography, it's always an honor and great pleasure to be featured in your wonderful Fine Art America Group "Southern Photographers!"
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