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Wondeful example of the decorative interior design that is typically found in movie theaters from the 1920s and 1930s.The Carolina Theatre opened in 1927 on the corner of North Tryon and Sixth Streets. With a seating capacity of 1,800 and beautiful architectural and decorative features, it remained popular entertaintment venue for many years. Today part of the theatre still stands and efforts are underway to restore the structure to its initial glory.

Physical Description: Two 4x4 printsOne 5x7 print2x2 negative

Group that rode the last streetcar in Charlotte posing in front of a streetcar. Taken in March 1938.Donated by Mrs. George Ivey on 12 September 1974

Physical Description: 5x7 image

Publisher: Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County

The lounge of the Carolina Theatre featured Mediterranean furniture, accessories and a decorative ceiling.The Carolina Theatre opened in 1927 on the corner of North Tryon and Sixth Streets. With a seating capacity of 1,800 and beautiful architectural and decorative features, it remained popular entertaintment venue for many years. Today part of the theatre still stands and efforts are underway to restore the structure to its initial glory.

Physical Description: Two 4x4 printsOne 5x7 print2x2 Negative

Publisher: Public Library of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County

The conversion of Presbyterian College into apartments. Long known as College Apartments, the college was transformed again some thirty-eight years after the school moved to Myers Park.Presbyterian College was the precursor to Queens College. This building was located on the corner of College and Ninth Streets. When the school changed its name to Queens, the school moved to the Myers Park area.

Physical Description: 8x10

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