Holly Theatre
National Register of Historic Places

Holly Theatre

Dahlonega, Lumpkin County, Georgia
Listed
February 21, 2002
Type
Building
Period
Modern
Ref No.
02000080

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. The building listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.

Location

69 W. Main St.
Dahlonega, Lumpkin County, Georgia
34.53160, -83.98567

Categories

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Historic Sites

Dahlonega Courthouse Gold Museum
Early Republic
0.1 mi
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0.2 mi
Hawkins Street Historic District
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0.2 mi

Nearby Battles

Cherokee Gold Fields Seizure — Dahlonega (1829)
1829Indian Wars
0.8 mi
Battle of Taliwa – Cherokee vs. Creek 1755
1755Colonial
14.5 mi

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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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