Fox Theatre Historic District

Fox Theatre Historic District is an area of significant buildings along Peachtree Street, anchored by the Fox Theatre completed in 1929 with Moorish and Egyptian design elements. The district also includes hotels and other structures from the same era that together form a recognizable performing arts neighborhood.

The area developed in the 1920s as Atlanta emerged as a major cultural center, with the Fox Theatre built as a flagship of this movement. It received National Register of Historic Places designation in 1978, recognizing the architectural and cultural importance of this early period in the city.

The theatre serves as a gathering place for performances and cultural events that draw audiences from across the region. The surrounding buildings reflect its role as a social hub where people have gathered for entertainment and celebrations over many generations.

The area is easily reached by public transportation, including the nearby North Avenue MARTA station and several parking options nearby. Visitors should plan ahead on performance days when the district becomes crowded, especially along the main streets where foot traffic concentrates around the theatre.

The Fox Theatre was built with elaborate interior decoration representing a fantasy of an Oriental city, with details many visitors miss if they only see the exterior. The ornamental trim, painted ceilings, and architectural accents inside reveal fine craftsmanship from that era that rewards careful attention.