Peebles' Corner Historic District facts for kids
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Peebles' Corner Historic District
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| Location | Roughly E. McMillan St. and Gilbert Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio |
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| Area | 124 acres (0.50 km2) |
| Architectural style | Late Victorian, Classical Revival and Art Deco |
| NRHP reference No. | 85002835 |
| Added to NRHP | November 14, 1985 |
The Peebles' Corner Historic District is a special area in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. It's a "historic district," which means it's a place with important old buildings and history. This district is found around the busy intersection of East McMillan Street and Gilbert Avenue. This area is part of the Walnut Hills neighborhood.
On November 14, 1985, Peebles' Corner was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of places in the U.S. that are important to history. Being on this list helps protect the area's unique character and buildings.
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A Look Back at Peebles' Corner
Peebles' Corner has a rich history, especially as a center for shopping and entertainment. Many years ago, it was a very popular spot for people to gather.
The Peebles' Grocery Store
The name "Peebles' Corner" comes from a famous grocery store. In 1883, the first branch of the Joseph R. Peebles' Sons Co. grocery store opened right on the northeast corner. This was a big deal because it was one of the first branch stores of a well-known company. It made the corner a busy place for shoppers.
Entertainment at the Corner
Peebles' Corner was also a hub for entertainment. Two famous theaters, the Orpheum and the Paramount, once stood here.
The Orpheum Theater
The Orpheum Theater opened in 1909. It was special because it was the first playhouse built outside of Cincinnati's downtown area. The Orpheum first showed "vaudeville" acts. Vaudeville was a popular type of entertainment with different short performances, like comedy, music, and dance. Later, the Orpheum started showing silent films. These were movies without sound, where music was often played live. The Orpheum closed its doors in 1952 and was later taken down.
