Armour Theatre Building
National Register of Historic Places

Armour Theatre Building

North Kansas City, Clay County, Missouri
Listed
June 23, 2008
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
08000560

About this property

Armour Theatre Building is a historic theatre building located at North Kansas City, Missouri. It was designed by the architectural firm Keene & Simpson and built in 1928. It is a two-story, polychromatic brick building with Spanish Eclectic style design elements. It features a Mission tile roof, arched fenestration and decorative tiles, and glazed terra cotta detailing. The building houses the theater, community rooms, and offices. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2008.

Location

400-410 Armour Rd
North Kansas City, Clay County, Missouri
39.14436, -94.57591

Categories

COMMUNITY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENTARCHITECTUREENTERTAINMENT/RECREATION
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Sources

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

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When was Armour Theatre Building listed on the National Register?

Armour Theatre Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 23, 2008.

What type of historic resource is Armour Theatre Building?

Armour Theatre Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Armour Theatre Building?

The period of significance for Armour Theatre Building is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1928.

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