Lisner Auditorium, Theatre building in Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
The Lisner Auditorium features a limestone facade with geometric forms and accommodates 1,400 people in its column-free interior design for optimal visibility.
Designed in 1940 and completed in 1946, the auditorium exemplifies stripped classicism architecture and gained National Register of Historic Places status in 1990.
The venue hosted numerous performances from classical music to rock concerts, with notable artists like Bob Dylan performing during their early careers.
Located at 730 21st Street NW, the auditorium provides comprehensive audio-visual equipment, eight dressing rooms, and a loading dock for two tractor trailers.
The River Horse sculpture stands outside the building, while inside, a mural created by Augustus Vincent Track adorns the interior space.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1943
Official opening: 1943
Architectural style: Stripped Classicism
Address: 730 21st Street
Website: https://events-venues.gwu.edu/lisner-auditorium
GPS coordinates: 38.89925,-77.04663
Latest update: May 12, 2025 17:27
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