Powell Hall

Powell Hall is a concert venue on Grand Boulevard in Saint Louis built in French Renaissance style. The building features mirrored walls, crystal chandeliers, fluted Corinthian columns, and a domed ceiling decorated with gold leaf.

The building was constructed in 1925 as the St. Louis Theatre for vaudeville and films. In 1968 it was converted to house the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra.

The venue displays French Renaissance details like a grand stained glass window depicting Saint Louis IX. These elements connect European artistic traditions to American architectural heritage.

The building remains closed through 2025 for major renovations adding space for education, rehearsal, and community activities. Check the current status before planning a visit.

Carl Stalling, who later composed music for Warner Bros. Looney Tunes cartoons, started his career as an organist in this building during its theatre period. This connection reveals how the space helped launch careers that would shape animation history.

Location: St. Louis

Inception: November 25, 1925

Architects: Rapp and Rapp

Official opening: 1925

Capacity: 2683

Part of: Midtown Historic District

Address: 718 N. Grand Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103

Website: http://stlsymphony.org

GPS coordinates: 38.64020,-90.23010

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:40