Surprise Opera House | |
The building in 2010 | |
Location | SE corner, intersection of Miller and River Sts., Surprise, Nebraska |
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Coordinates | 41°06′10″N97°18′38″W / 41.10278°N 97.31056°W |
Area | less than one acre |
Built | 1913 |
Architectural style | Vault-front facade |
MPS | Opera House Buildings in Nebraska 1867-1917 MPS |
NRHP reference No. | 88000940 [1] |
Added to NRHP | July 6, 1988 |
The Surprise Opera House is a historic building in Surprise, Nebraska. It was built in 1910-1913 as a venue for touring performers. [2] [3] It was also a meeting place for women's events, including the local American Red Cross chapter. [2] Inside, there is a 38.5 metre high auditorium, with a 19-foot high proscenium arch. [2] The building has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since July 6, 1988. [1]
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