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The Anthony Wayne in 1930

It is still an operating movie theater after more than 80 years.


DeWitt Henry's recent blog entry , the incredible Art Deco landmark of Wayne that has dominated the town's skyline and social life since its construction in 1928.

So, for the 100th installment of "From the Archives," we present this image, taken from a 1930 newspaper article, showing the theatre looking something close to its appearance when Mr. Henry was growing up.

The marquee seen here was replaced in the 1960s, and the box office in the center was moved to the side. Many of the theater's terra cotta tile decorations still remain, though some of them (including the colorful monolith in the center of the shell-like opening) were lost over time. Despite these changes, the theatre has retained its most important characteristic: it is still an operating movie theater after more than 80 years. 

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Next week: A look at an early concept of the theatre by a future architectural star of Philadelphia.

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