[Texas Historical Commission Marker: Old Sherman Opera House]
Description:
Photograph of the Texas Historical Commission marker for Site of Old Sherman Opera House in Sherman, Texas. Text: Formerly a 3-story Victoria structure with twin cupolas. Built by Capt. L.F. Ely, who made the bricks in his city factory.
Lavish interior had carpeted aisles, Damask curtains and red plush seats. Benches in economy section were called the "buzzard roost". From its completion (1881) until closing (1918), it helped make Sherman a cultural center. First show was operetta "The Mikado…
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Date:
2011-12/2012-03
Creator:
West, Carolyn Effie
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Location:
33.638767 -96.610036
Partner:
Private Collection of Carolyn West