Tampa in Hillsborough County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)

Tampa Theatre

Photographed By Mike Stroud, December 13, 2008

1. Tampa Theatre Marker

Tampa Theater and Office Building (added 1978 - Building - #78000945)

Inscription. This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places By the United States Department Of The Interior

Erected 1978 by Department Of The Interior. (Marker Number 78000945.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment.

Location. 27° 57.018′ N, 82° 27.54′ W. Marker is in Tampa, Florida, in Hillsborough County. Marker is on 711 N. Franklin St. near E. Zack St., on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Tampa FL 33602, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Teco Energy's Tampa Electric Company (within shouting distance of this marker); John And Ellen Jackson: Tampa Pioneers (within shouting distance of this marker); Woolworth Sit-In (within shouting distance of this marker); WDAE-Florida's First Radio Station (within shouting distance of this marker); Federal Building (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Sacred Heart Church (about 600 feet away); Jimi Hendrix (about 700 feet away); Courthouse Square (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Tampa.

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Tampa Theatre opened on October 15, 1926 and during its early days presented extravagant vaudeville shows, concerts by the Tampa Theatre Orchestra, and silent films. By 1973, as operating costs soared, the Theatre was no longer economically viable as a commercial enterprise.

Fortunately, rather than demolish the structure, its owners donated the Tampa Theatre to the City of Tampa. In 1977, the City of Tampa reopened the Theatre and began a comprehensive restoration program. Tampa Theatre is now open year-round and features an acclaimed Film Series of cinema from around the world. The Theatre also hosts live concerts and special events.

Tampa Theatre is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, is a Tampa City Landmark, and is a member of the League of Historic American Theatres.

Tampa Theatre image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Mike Stroud, 2008

2. Tampa Theatre

This restored 1926 movie palace features films, concerts and special events that are enhanced by an elaborate setting.

Tampa Theater and Office Building (added 1978 - Building - #78000945) image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Mike Stroud, December 2008

3. Tampa Theater and Office Building (added 1978 - Building - #78000945)

Designed by architect John Eberson and opened in 1926
711 Franklin St., Tampa
Historic Significance: Event,
Architecture/Engineering
Architect, builder, or engineer: Eberson,John
Architectural Style: Other
Area of Significance: Performing Arts, Architecture
Period of Significance: 1925-1949
Owner: Local Gov't
Historic Function: Recreation And Culture
Historic Sub-function: Theater
Current Function: Government, Recreation And Culture Current Sub-function: Government Office, Theater

Tampa Theatre building image. Click for full size.

Photographed By AGS Media, July 30, 2010

4. Tampa Theatre building

Along Franklin Street in downtown

Tampa Theatre Marquee image. Click for full size.

Photographed By AGS Media, July 30, 2010

5. Tampa Theatre Marquee

Tampa Theatre Box Office image. Click for full size.

Photographed By AGS Media, July 30, 2010

6. Tampa Theatre Box Office

The entrance offers a hint of the elaborate Florida Mediterranean style detailing that decorates the interior.

The Tampa Theatre Marquee and Box Office image. Click for full size.

Photographed By AGS Media, July 30, 2010

7. The Tampa Theatre Marquee and Box Office

The Theatre is also a designated Landmark Structure for the City of Tampa. An "atmospheric theater", the elaborate interior resembles an outdoor Mediterranean courtyard, complete with stars in the sky overhead.

Credits. This page was last revised on July 15, 2021. It was originally submitted on February 5, 2009, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 1,976 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 5, 2009, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on August 5, 2010, by Glenn Sheffield of Tampa, Florida. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.