About this property
The Majestic Theatre is San Antonio's oldest and largest atmospheric theatre. The theatre seats 2,264 people and was designed by architect John Eberson, for Karl Hoblitzelle's Interstate Theatres in 1929. In 1975, the theatre was listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was designated a Texas Historic Landmark in 1991 and a National Historic Landmark April 19, 1993.
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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. National Historic Landmark designation, the highest level of federal recognition, is reserved for properties that possess exceptional national significance in the history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture of the United States. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 75001952. It was listed on September 30, 1975.
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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 Majestic Theatre listed on the National Register?
Majestic Theatre was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 30, 1975.
What type of historic resource is Majestic Theatre?
Majestic Theatre is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
Is Majestic Theatre a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Majestic Theatre has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.
What is the period of significance for Majestic Theatre?
The period of significance for Majestic Theatre is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1929.
Can I research the history near Majestic Theatre?
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