About this property
The Augusta Theater is a movie palace theater located in the city of Augusta, Kansas, which was built in about 1935. Designed by architect L. P. Larsen, the walls are decorated with large murals depicting classical scenes. It was the first theater to use neon lighting exclusively. Considered to be a landmark of the Art Deco era, it became home of the Augusta Arts Council. In 1990, the Augusta Arts Council planned to proceed with renovations including restoration of the building's historic facade.
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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 90001577. It was listed on October 31, 1990.
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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 Augusta Theater listed on the National Register?
Augusta Theater was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 31, 1990.
What type of historic resource is Augusta Theater?
Augusta Theater is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Augusta Theater?
The period of significance for Augusta Theater is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1935.
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