Some of the most beautiful places you’ll ever set foot in are right here in Alabama. Located in the heart of downtown Birmingham is the Alabama Theatre. This historic theatre is an important piece of Alabama’s history, and it’ll truly take you back in time.
Built in 1927, the Alabama Theatre is known as the “Showplace of the South.” It only took 8.5 months to build, and the cost was approximately $1.5 million.
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The Alabama Theatre was originally built to show silent films, and it’s also one of only a few movie palaces still in operation today.
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During its earlier days, the Alabama Theatre could hold as many as 2,500 people. It was also the first public building in Alabama to have air conditioning.
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The famous sign outside of the Alabama Theatre is as iconic as the building itself. If you’ve never seen this sign in person, chances are you can still recognize it whenever you see it in print.
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When you first enter the exterior lobby of the Alabama Theatre, you’ll notice the ticket booth. The fabulous design of this ticket booth is a preview of what’s to come once you enter the actual theatre.
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When it comes to architectural details, the Alabama Theatre will leave you speechless. There’s no denying that this historic theatre is one of Alabama’s most spectacular buildings. Have you ever seen a more beautiful theatre lobby?
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Even the women’s lounge is something to swoon over. So incredibly BEAUTIFUL!
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One of the Alabama Theatre’s main features is its Mighty Wurlitzer pipe organ, which goes by the name of “Big Bertha.” Only 25 of these gorgeous pipe organs were ever built.
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Today, the Alabama Theatre hosts more than 300 events annually. These events include movies, ballet, concerts, weddings and more. Combined, the events attract more than half a million people.
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Have you ever attended an event, or taken a tour, of the historic Alabama Theatre? If so, what did you think? And if you enjoy traveling back in time, you’ll want to check out these 10 retro places in Alabama.
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