About this property
Bing Crosby Theater is a performing arts theater located in Spokane, Washington which was designed by theater architect Edwin W. Houghton. The theater was originally built in 1914 as an 800-seat movie theater called Clemmer Theater. Between August and October 1925, local singer Bing Crosby was a regular performer at the theater.
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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 88002758. It was listed on December 1, 1988.
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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 Clemmer Theater listed on the National Register?
Clemmer Theater was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 1, 1988.
What type of historic resource is Clemmer Theater?
Clemmer Theater is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Clemmer Theater?
The period of significance for Clemmer Theater is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1914.
Can I research the history near Clemmer Theater?
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