Z.C.B.J. Opera House (Clarkson, Nebraska) facts for kids
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Z.C.B.J. Opera House (Clarkson, Nebraska)
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 Location in Nebraska
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| Location | Fourth and Pine, Clarkson, Nebraska |
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| Built | 1913 |
| NRHP reference No. | 88000948 |
| Added to NRHP | September 28, 1988 |
The Z.C.B.J. Opera House is a historic building located in Clarkson, Nebraska, United States. It was built in 1913 by a group called the Zapadni Ceska Bratrska Jednota. This name means "Western Bohemian Fraternal Association." This building has been a very important meeting place for the Czech community in the area.
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A Special Community Place
The Z.C.B.J. Opera House was created by a fraternal organization. These groups are like clubs where people with shared backgrounds or interests come together. The Zapadni Ceska Bratrska Jednota was formed to help Czech immigrants and their families. They wanted to keep their Czech culture and traditions alive in America.
What Happened There?
For many years, this opera house was the heart of the Czech community in Clarkson. It hosted many different events. People came to watch operas and films. There were also lively dances and interesting lectures. The building was a place for everyone to celebrate their Czech heritage. It helped new generations learn about their family's history and traditions.
Movies and More
In the 1930s, a new kind of entertainment came to the opera house. They started showing sound films, which are movies with talking and music. This was a big deal at the time. It made the Z.C.B.J. Opera House a modern entertainment spot.
A Historic Landmark
The Z.C.B.J. Opera House is recognized as a very important building. On September 28, 1988, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means the United States government sees it as a special place. It is worth preserving for future generations.
See also
- Czech-Slovak Protective Society
