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Findlay in Hancock County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
 

Allen P. Dudley Bandshell

 
 
Allen P. Dudley Bandshell Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Joel Seewald, February 29, 2020
1. Allen P. Dudley Bandshell Marker
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Constructed in 1940 by the Works Progress Administration, the Riverside Park Bandshell represents some of the classic architecture of the day. Area craftsmen built special wooden concrete forms to shape the dome, making the acoustics near perfect for outdoor music.

The Bandshell has been named in honor of a long-time Findlay friend, arts supporter, and musician who helped bring live music to the community. Allen Dudley is part of this heritage that lives on at the Bandshell.

The City of Findlay renovated the Bandshell in 1984 to protect this historic structure. In 1985, the Hancock Park District completed landscape beautification of the area through financial support of the Women's National Farm & Garden Association, Louise Mick Memorial Trust & Other Funds, Findlay Kiwanis Club.
 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: ArchitectureArts, Letters, MusicEntertainmentParks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1940.
 
Location. 41° 2.567′ N, 83° 37.885′ W. Marker has been reported damaged. Marker is in Findlay, Ohio, in Hancock County. Marker can be reached from McManness Avenue south of Center Street, on the left when traveling south. Marker is in Riverside Park, about 200 feet from the south
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parking lot. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 231 McManness Avenue, Findlay OH 45840, United States of America. Touch for directions.
 
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Riverside South Entry Plaza - 1999 (within shouting distance of this marker); Veterans Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Riverside Park / Old Mill Stream (within shouting distance of this marker); Hull's Army (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Welcome to Historic Riverside Waterfront Park (about 500 feet away); Cloys M. Cole (about 500 feet away); First Public Golf Course (about 700 feet away); Adding Music To The Curriculum (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Findlay.
 
Allen P. Dudley Bandshell and Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Joel Seewald, February 29, 2020
2. Allen P. Dudley Bandshell and Marker
Allen P. Dudley Bandshell Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Joel Seewald, February 29, 2020
3. Allen P. Dudley Bandshell Marker
Allen P. Dudley Bandshell Marker - WPA image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Joel Seewald, February 29, 2020
4. Allen P. Dudley Bandshell Marker - WPA
Constructed by WPA 1940
Allen P. Dudley Bandshell Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Craig Doda, June 9, 2023
5. Allen P. Dudley Bandshell Marker
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on June 21, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 26, 2020, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. This page has been viewed 285 times since then and 23 times this year. Last updated on June 20, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. Photos:   1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 26, 2020, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.   5. submitted on June 20, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.

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