National Theater - Graham, TX
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member WalksfarTX
N 33° 06.366 W 098° 35.483
14S E 538125 N 3663123
The Moderne detailing of the front facade and interior, including the use of a projecting marquee, bold colors, geometric patterns, and structural glass gives the building individual distinction.
Waymark Code: WM12R7M
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 07/06/2020
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Dorcadion Team
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"The theater is a mix of Art Deco elements such as vertical panels of black and white structural glass, terrazzo floors and geometric patterns below the relatively large marquee, and moderne touches such as smooth white stucco surfaces of the stepped marquee. The metal marquee is itself a Moderne feature, with horizontal patterns, curved corners, and a stark black and white finish set off by neon trim.

Style: Art Deco

Structure Type: Culture/Entertainment

Architect: Jack Corgan and W.J. "Bill" Moore

Date Built: 1941

Supporting references: Not listed
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