Landmark #863 | Nevada County | Visited: May 12, 2012 | Plaque? YES! 🙂 |
What is it? | The Nevada Theatre is still open for business! |
What makes it historical? | THE GUIDE SAYS: California’s oldest existing structure erected as a theater, the Nevada, opened September 9, 1865. Celebrities such as Mark Twain, Jack London, and Emma Nevada have appeared on its stage. Closed in 1957, the theatre was later purchased through public donations and reopened May 17, 1968 to again serve the cultural needs of the community.
OTHER TIDBITS: This landmark is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places! |
How can I Help the Helpers? | HERE’S HOW:
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Where is this place? | LISTED DIRECTIONS: 401 Broad St Nevada City, CA 95959 ANNOTATIONS: From Los Angeles: ~447mi (720km) — 7.5hrs |
When should I go? | Check the calendar for showtimes! |