About this property
Kearse Theater was a historic theatre building located at Charleston, West Virginia. It was constructed in 1921 and composed of a single floor auditorium with balcony behind a three-story front section which included two storefronts. It was designed for stage shows as well as for movies.
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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 80004026. It was listed on November 28, 1980.
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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 Kearse Theater listed on the National Register?
Kearse Theater was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 28, 1980.
What type of historic resource is Kearse Theater?
Kearse Theater is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Kearse Theater?
The period of significance for Kearse Theater is recorded as the civil_war era.
Can I research the history near Kearse Theater?
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