Ancien siège du Progrès, Former newspaper headquarters in 2nd arrondissement, Lyon, France
The building at 85 rue de la République features distinctive architectural elements including theatrical masks and a decorative mosaic by Antonio Mora on its facade.
Inaugurated on September 25, 1879, the structure was designed by Émile Guimet and architect Jules Chatron as a theater before becoming Le Progrès newspaper headquarters in 1895.
The theater opened with Alexandre Dumas's play 'La jeunesse de Louis XIV' and maintained its role as a performance venue until the late nineteenth century.
Now housing a Fnac store since 1985, the building stands in central Lyon near Place Bellecour and remains accessible through multiple public transportation options.
During World War II, the French Militia occupied the building and transformed its entrance hall into a permanent propaganda exhibition space.
Location: 2nd arrondissement of Lyon
Address: 85 rue de la République 69002 Lyon
GPS coordinates: 45.75830,4.83468
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:00
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