About this property
The Maxie Theatre was a historic movie theatre at 136 Arkansas Highway 463 South in Trumann, Arkansas. It is a single-screen theatre, housed in a large Art Deco structure built in 1948–9 by Zell Jaynes. At the time of its opening it featured the latest in amenities, including air conditioning, upholstered seats, and a fancy curtain to cover the screen.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 10000933. It was listed on September 11, 2020.
Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Maxie Theatre listed on the National Register?
Maxie Theatre was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 11, 2020.
What type of historic resource is Maxie Theatre?
Maxie Theatre is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Maxie Theatre?
The period of significance for Maxie Theatre is recorded as the modern era, specifically around 1948.
Can I research the history near Maxie Theatre?
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