Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium facts for kids
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Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium
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U.S. Historic district
Contributing property |
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 Location in Shreveport Downtown
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| Location | 705 Elvis Presley Boulevard (formerly Grand Avenue), Shreveport, Louisiana |
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| Area | 2 acres (0.81 ha) |
| Built | 1929 |
| Built by | Ashton Glassell Company, Inc. |
| Architect | Jones, Roessle, Olschner & Wiener |
| Architectural style | Art Deco |
| Part of | Shreveport Commercial Historic District (ID82002760) |
| NRHP reference No. | 91000624 |
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| Added to NRHP | May 28, 1991 |
| Designated NHL | October 6, 2008 |
| Designated CP | May 16, 1997 |
The Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium is a famous building in Shreveport, Louisiana. It's located at 705 Elvis Presley Boulevard. This special building was finished in 1929. It was built to remember the brave soldiers who served in World War I.
The auditorium is known for its unique Art Deco style. This is a popular design style from the 1920s and 1930s. In 1991, the building was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes important places across the United States. Later, in 2008, it was named a National Historic Landmark. This means it's one of the most important historic places in the country.
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What Does the Auditorium Look Like?
The Shreveport Municipal Auditorium was designed by talented architects. These were Samuel G. Wiener Sr. and Seymour Van Os. They worked for a company called Jones, Roessle, Olschner & Wiener. The building was constructed by the Ashton Glassell Company. Both companies were based in Shreveport.
The building's design shows off the Art Deco style. This style often uses geometric shapes and rich decorations.
Home of the Stage of Stars Museum
The Municipal Memorial Auditorium is more than just a building. It also has the Stage of Stars Museum inside. The auditorium itself has 3,200 seats. People use it for many different events. These include concerts, family shows, and boxing matches.
The Famous Louisiana Hayride
The auditorium is very important because it hosted the Louisiana Hayride radio show. This show helped start the careers of many famous musicians. It ran from 1948 to 1960. The Hayride was a big deal for country and rockabilly music.
Many legendary performers played here. These include Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, and Elvis Presley. Elvis Presley actually got his start right here at this venue!
Keeping the Auditorium Great
The auditorium has been updated over the years. From 1994 to 2004, it went through many renovations. These updates made the building more comfortable and modern.
Some of the improvements include:
- Air conditioning to keep everyone cool.
- Updated restrooms.
- New ramps and an elevator for easy access.
These changes help make sure the auditorium can be enjoyed by everyone.
See also
- List of concert halls
- List of music venues
- Theater in Louisiana
- List of National Historic Landmarks in Louisiana
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Caddo Parish, Louisiana
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The Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium.
