C.E. Carter’s Groceries & Opera House - Van Alystyne, TX
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N 33° 25.281 W 096° 34.537
14S E 725420 N 3700627
Van Alstyne was the site of one of the first opera houses in North Texas. It was built in the 1890's by Charlie E. Carter.
Waymark Code: WMX2BD
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 11/16/2017
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Texas A&M University WebsiteCarter operated a grocery store on the first floor of this building and an opera house on the second floor.
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The upper front of the building was elegant in appearance, having fancy metal work and trimming. The second floor of the building was the location of the opera facilities. The first floor was the location of Carter's Grocery.