Lincoln Theatre, Historic theatre in U Street, Washington DC, United States
The Lincoln Theatre features an ornate main hall with 1000 seats, detailed architectural elements, and modern technical equipment for performances.
Built in 1922, the Lincoln Theatre served as a central entertainment venue during the pre-Harlem Renaissance period through the 1950s.
Duke Ellington, Pearl Bailey, Ella Fitzgerald, and Louis Armstrong performed at this theater, making it a cornerstone of African American entertainment.
Located one block from U Street Metro Station, the theater maintains a full bar service and offers accessibility features for all visitors.
President Franklin D Roosevelt celebrated multiple birthday parties in the Lincoln Colonnade, the theater's dedicated entertainment hall.
Location: Washington
GPS coordinates: 48.41810,-122.33900
Latest update: March 18, 2025 02:37
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