Arcata Theatre

Arcata Theatre marquee

The Arcata Theatre is an historic structure located in the city of Arcata in Humboldt County, California.

History

George Mann, who controlled the theater businesses in the area,[1] commissioned architect William B. David to design the theater in 1927. Original construction costs ranged between $40,000 to $60,000. Opening night in 1938 featured “Thin Ice,” starring Sonja Henie and Tyrone Power.[2] The theatre was a success and was soon offering up to six films a week along with added attractions, cartoons like Popeye and Betty Boop, news, and sports. In 1948 the theater was expanded and renovation and a new, cinemascope screen replaced the older, smaller screen. Carpeting and air cushioned seats were added. In 1982 the theatre was sold to David Phillips but to operate as a movie house. The theater was sold in 2000 to Robert White. The present owners, Lara and Brian Cox of Arcata, bought the Arcata Theater in May 2004. It reopened as the Arcata Theatre Lounge in April 2009.[3]

Architecture

The chosen design was a combination of Art Deco and Art Moderne. Inside details were in the Art Deco style, including cumulus clouds painted on the ceiling and Murals of swimming mermaids painted on the walls. Images of sea life covered many surfaces.

See also

Minor Theater

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References

  1. ↑ Van Kirk, Susie. Reflection of Arcata's History: eighty years of architecture. Bug Press. p. 150.
  2. ↑ Van Kirk, Susie. Reflection of Arcata's History: eighty years of architecture. Bug Press. p. 150.
  3. ↑ "Acata Theatre History". Archived from the original on 2006-05-01. Retrieved 2006-08-31.

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Coordinates: 40°52′13″N 124°05′10″W / 40.8703°N 124.08609°W / 40.8703; -124.08609


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