R. J. Reynolds Memorial Auditorium, multi-purpose hall in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
The R. J. Reynolds Memorial Auditorium is a large performance hall in Winston-Salem with nearly 1,900 seats spread across multiple levels. The building features classical architecture with tall columns, marble statues, and a spacious lobby decorated with portraits of the founders and Italian-inspired artwork.
The auditorium was built between 1919 and 1924 as a gift from Katharine Reynolds in memory of her late husband. It was dedicated in May 1924, shortly after her death, and has hosted community events and performances for nearly 100 years in Winston-Salem.
The auditorium was named after the Reynolds family and built as a gift to the community by Katharine Reynolds. Inside, portraits and statues honor the founders, and the space continues to serve as a gathering place where locals celebrate arts and performance.
The hall offers seating on multiple levels, making it easy for most visitors to have a good view of the stage. The building's acoustics are designed to carry sound well throughout the space, and the layout works for different types of performances.
Each time there is a performance, students from a nearby high school place roses under a portrait of Katharine Reynolds to honor her generosity. This tradition has been passed down for decades and shows how deeply the building is woven into the school community's memory.
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