Azusa in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
The Azusa Theatre
Photographed by Craig Baker, November 2, 2024
1. Azusa Theatre Marker
This faηade was inspired by the original Azusa Theatre, that was once located at the corner of Azusa Avenue and Sixth Street. Built as a silent movie theatre by the Vosburg Bros. and Principal Theatres, it opened on December 30, 1927.
Erected 2021 by City of Azuza Cultural & Historic Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Entertainment. A significant historical date for this entry is December 30, 1927.
Location. 34° 7.98′ N, 117° 54.445′ W. Marker is in Azusa, California, in Los Angeles County. It is on Azusa Avenue near Foothill Boulevard (Route 66), on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 635 N Azusa Ave, Azusa CA 91702, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Greater Los Angeles and in the Transverse Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Bridge to Nowhere (a few steps from this marker); Azusa, the Canyon City (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Azusas First Volunteer Fire Station (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Fairmount Pioneer Cemetery (approx. 1.2 miles away); Glenn Miller (approx. 2.2 miles away); Big Tree (approx. 2.4 miles away); Mission Theater Building
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Regarding The Azusa Theatre. Later known as the Village Theatre, it closed in 1972. The city wanted an earthquake retrofit, but owner Edwards Theaters decided it wasn't worth the cost. The City Council ordered its demolition. Edwards donated the land on the corner of Azusa Ave & 6th Street to the city for a mini-park.
Photographed by Craig Baker, November 2, 2024
2. Azusa Theatre Marker
Photographed by Craig Baker, November 2, 2024
3. Azusa Theatre replica faηade
courtesy Los Angeles Theatres
4. Azusa Theatre - 1928
Credits. This page was last revised on June 2, 2025. It was originally submitted on November 3, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 274 times since then and 39 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on November 3, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
