Gem Theatre, Historic theatre in downtown Detroit, United States.
Description
Gem Theatre is a venue in downtown Detroit featuring Spanish Revival and Arts & Crafts design elements throughout its spaces. The building contains multiple performance areas, dining rooms, and an outdoor garden that serve various event types.
History
The venue was designed by architect George D. Mason in 1927 and originally operated as a movie house called Little Theatre. Over the years it underwent several name changes and programming shifts.
Culture
The theater served as a gathering place for film screenings and live performances throughout its decades of operation. Today it remains a venue where community members and visitors experience various forms of entertainment.
Practical
The entrances and main spaces are accessible from street level, with dining areas and the garden offering different options depending on the event type. It helps to check what kind of event is happening, as different sections serve specific purposes.
Did you know?
In 1997 the entire structure was relocated approximately 1,850 feet (560 meters) to a new location on Madison Avenue. This remarkable engineering feat made it one of the few buildings of its kind to be moved intact over such a distance.
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