About this property
Holly Theatre is a historic theater in Dahlonega, Lumpkin County, Georgia, US, which was constructed as a movie theater in 1948, and is currently operated as a non-profit theatrical venue. It puts on performances of musicals and straight plays, generally five mainstage productions a season, and a varying number of children's shows. Between shows, it hosts concerts and community events, and can be rented for events. Additionally, it provides acting and dance classes for children and adults. It seats 256 on the main level and an additional 50 in the balcony.
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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 02000080. It was listed on February 21, 2002.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Holly Theatre listed on the National Register?
Holly Theatre was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 21, 2002.
What type of historic resource is Holly Theatre?
Holly Theatre is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Holly Theatre?
The period of significance for Holly Theatre is recorded as the modern era, specifically around 1947.
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