State Theatre, Cultural venue in downtown Eau Claire, Wisconsin, US.
The State Theatre is a two-story brick building with Art Deco styling located in downtown Eau Claire. The main hall accommodates around 1100 people and can be configured for different types of events and performances.
The building opened in 1926 as a vaudeville theater hosting live performances for local audiences. It later became a movie house, but closed in 1982 and reopened six years later as an arts center.
The theater serves as a central meeting place for local performers and audiences who gather for live shows throughout the year. It functions as a social hub where the community experiences art and entertainment together.
The venue sits in the downtown area and is straightforward to locate, with clear signage on the building itself. Inside, the space has been updated to function as both an events venue and community gathering place.
The building appears on both the state and national registers of historic places, recognizing its architectural value. This protection ensures the original Art Deco structure is preserved for future generations to experience.
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