St. George in Washington County, Utah — The American Mountains (Southwest)

St. George Opera House

Photographed By Bill Kirchner, August 28, 2012

1. St. George Opera House Marker

Inscription. The Opera House served as the cultural center of the community from 1875 until the 1930s. The original "T" shaped building seated 300 persons. A mechanically adjustable sloping floor afforded an excellent view of the stage.

Erected by St. George Historic Preservation Commission.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1875.

Location. 37° 6.7′ N, 113° 34.968′ W. Marker is in St. George, Utah, in Washington County. Marker is at the intersection of East 200 North and North Main Street, on the right when traveling west on East 200 North. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Saint George UT 84770, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Utah-Idaho Sugar Company (a few steps from this marker); The Jones Adobe Home (within shouting distance of this marker); The Sandstone Building (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Jail House (about 600 feet away); Iron Pile Driver (about 600 feet away); Pioneer Museum (about 600 feet away); Brigham Young Winter Home (about 600 feet away); Winter Home of Brigham Young (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in St. George.

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Photographed By Bill Kirchner, August 28, 2012

2. St. George Opera House Marker

Photographed By Bill Kirchner, August 28, 2012

3. St. George Opera House Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on December 6, 2020. It was originally submitted on September 3, 2012, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 403 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 3, 2012, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.