National Register of Historic Places

City Hall and Opera House

Loudonville, Ashland County, Ohio
Listed
January 25, 1997
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
96001618

About this property

The Ohio Theatre is a historic theater in Loudonville, Ohio. It is one of many theaters in the state named "Ohio Theatre". It is at 156 North Water Street and was built on the site of the town's first theatrical building of 1874. In 1997 it was named in the National Register of Historic Places, under the name of "City Hall and Opera House". The current building built during 1909–1910 cost the city just over $33,000 and was financed by a 5% bond system. It was designed by Mansfield architect Vernon Redding. The building was multi-functional when it opened its doors in 1911 at the time housing the Ohio village offices, its fire department and its jail on the first floor. On the second floor was the council chambers, police department, and a public library. Finally at the rear of the building stood the Opera House with its 700 seats. That Opera House was used for civic gatherings, cultural events and various forms of live entertainment.

Location

156 N. Water St.
Loudonville, Ashland County, Ohio
40.63659, -82.23468

Categories

ARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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When was City Hall and Opera House listed on the National Register?

City Hall and Opera House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 25, 1997.

What type of historic resource is City Hall and Opera House?

City Hall and Opera House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for City Hall and Opera House?

The period of significance for City Hall and Opera House is recorded as the industrial era.

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