Palais de Danse, Grade II listed dance hall and studio in St Ives, England
The Palais de Danse features multiple workshop spaces across two floors, with large windows allowing natural light to illuminate the interior spaces.
Originally constructed as a stone cottage in the 18th century, the building transformed into St Ives' first cinema in 1910 before becoming a dance hall in 1925.
Barbara Hepworth acquired the building in 1961, using it as a studio to create monumental sculptures including the Single Form for the United Nations building.
The Tate St Ives organization now manages the building and plans community open days in April 2024 for visitors to explore the historical structure.
The original sprung dance floor, considered the finest in Southwest England, remains intact within the building's upper level workshop space.
Location: St Ives
GPS coordinates: 50.21339,-5.48081
Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:51
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