That is my era. The late 30's through the early '50's. These theaters were a visual escape from the ordinary life. They were built in the late '20's and survived to be a center point in my life. During WWII every thing was rationed, except attendance at the movies, plus everyone had a job in the defense effort, so there was money to go to the movies more than once a week. Kids fare was 9cents and adults about 35cents and those good blue collar jobs paid from 75 cents/hr for laborers to $1,25/hr for skilled welders and burners.

Thanks for your memories, Tom.

It is sad to see this. What was once shiny and new now appears to be run down having seen better days. Well captured.

There is an effort here, I think, to revitalize these historic buildings in Minneapolis.