Corinth in Alcorn County, Mississippi — The American South (East South Central)
Coliseum Theatre
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, April 2, 2023
1. Coliseum Theatre Marker
placed on the
National
Register of
Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Entertainment. A significant historical year for this entry is 1924.
Location. 34° 56.046′ N, 88° 31.128′ W. Marker is in Corinth, Mississippi, in Alcorn County. Marker is at the intersection of Taylor Street and Cruise Street, on the right when traveling north on Taylor Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 404 Taylor St, Corinth MS 38834, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Corinth Confederate Monument (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Combat Wounded Veterans (about 400 feet away); Alcorn County War Memorial (about 500 feet away); Site of the Corinth House Hotel (about 600 feet away); Corinth (about 700 feet away); Provost Marshal Headquarters (about 700 feet away); Site of the Provost Marshal's Office (about 700 feet away); The Old Tishomingo Hotel (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Corinth.
Regarding Coliseum Theatre. Excerpt from the National Register nomination:
The Coliseum Theatre, built in 1924, is significantfor its historic associations with the cultural development in Northeast Mississippi. It was designed and built by the self-styled local architect, Mr. Benjamin Franklin Liddon. The theatre is a rare example of a fine classical architectural style not often seen in this area, and it is significant for the excellence of its craftsmanship and elaborate detailing.
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1. About the Coliseum. Theatre website homepage:
Designed and built in 1923-1924 by Benjamin Franklin Liddon, the 999-seat palatial creation was built for $60,000. (The Coliseum Theatre) (Submitted on April 7, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)
2. Coliseum Theatre. National Register nomination (PDF) and photographs (separate PDF) submitted for the venue, which was listed in 1980. (National Park Service) (Submitted on April 7, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, April 2, 2023
2. Coliseum Theatre Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 7, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 95 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 7, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
