Worcester Memorial Auditorium, multi-purpose hall in Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
Worcester Memorial Auditorium is a large multi-purpose hall in downtown Worcester that opened in 1933 and can hold more than 3,500 people. The Classical Revival style building features a grand entrance with bronze doors and columns, and inside contains a main auditorium, a smaller theater, and a historic Kimball pipe organ with thousands of pipes.
The hall was built in 1933 to honor World War I soldiers and serve as a community gathering space. Over the decades it hosted concerts by famous artists including Louis Armstrong and Bob Dylan, as well as sports events and school graduations, before its use declined significantly after the 2000s.
The auditorium was built as a war memorial and contains murals depicting soldiers and scenes from World War I. These artistic works by Leon Kroll remain visible inside and serve as a visual reminder of the city's connection to that period.
The building sits centrally at Lincoln Square and is easy to find, with parking nearby and good access for visitors. Information about upcoming events and space rentals is available through the facility's website or by contacting the administration directly.
The building served as a filming location for Hollywood movies including American Hustle and Honest Thief, showing its appeal as a cinematic backdrop. This movie history adds another layer to its story as a place that has attracted both local and national attention.
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