Indiana has quite a few abandoned towns, buildings, amuseument parks, and other large structures that offer eerie glimpses at what once was. Sometimes, however, these abandoned sites can be strangely captivating. This abandoned theater in Indiana may be crumbling and decaying, but the pictures are absolutely incredible.
Timothy Neesam/Flickr The Palace Theater in Gary, Indiana was once a bustling building for motion pictures and live performances. Today, the theater remains a piece of history long forgotten.
Jennifer Brandel/Flickr The Palace Theater was originally constructed in 1924 and opened its doors the following year. The theater became a city staple for live entertainment and new films.
Antony Caldaroni/Flickr The inside of the theater is worn down, to say the least, but there’s something surprisingly beautiful about the decay. It’s no wonder photographers from all over seek out this theater.
Antony Caldaroni/Flickr The decay in this theater is so severe because it’s been largely scavenged by people through the decades. Now, the Palace Theater stands as one of the greatest symbols of urban decay.
Timothy Neesam/Flickr In 1987, there was a plan to renovate this abandoned theater, as well as some nearby storefronts. Unfortunately, those plans fell through, leaving the theater empty and decaying.
Kimberly Janisch/Flickr While it’s sad to think this theater was left to fall apart for over 45 years, the results of what can happen to a building without regular upkeep are interesting. The result is fairly haunting, but still captivating.
Timothy Neesam/Flickr Here you can see a decaying piano in the midst of the building’s decline. It’s a powerful reminder of all of the music this building once housed.
ChristopherTitzer/Flickr You’ll even find rows of seat still intact (though arguably worse for wear). With some imagination, you can almost picture how stunning this theater used to be.
Timothy Neesam/Flickr In 2002, the front exterior of the theater was renovated to clean up the city for the Miss USA pageant. The marquee reading “Jackson Five Tonite” was also a new addition.
Kimberly Janisch/Flickr People in and near Gary still hold out hope that this abandoned building might one day be restored. Until then, spectators love to take in the dark and chilling beauty of this crumbling structure.
BWChicago/Flickr You can learn more about this historic theater in Gary here. You’ll find the Palace Theater at 791 Broadway, Gary, IN 46402.
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Timothy Neesam/Flickr
The Palace Theater in Gary, Indiana was once a bustling building for motion pictures and live performances. Today, the theater remains a piece of history long forgotten.
Jennifer Brandel/Flickr
The Palace Theater was originally constructed in 1924 and opened its doors the following year. The theater became a city staple for live entertainment and new films.
Antony Caldaroni/Flickr
The inside of the theater is worn down, to say the least, but there’s something surprisingly beautiful about the decay. It’s no wonder photographers from all over seek out this theater.
The decay in this theater is so severe because it’s been largely scavenged by people through the decades. Now, the Palace Theater stands as one of the greatest symbols of urban decay.
In 1987, there was a plan to renovate this abandoned theater, as well as some nearby storefronts. Unfortunately, those plans fell through, leaving the theater empty and decaying.
Kimberly Janisch/Flickr
While it’s sad to think this theater was left to fall apart for over 45 years, the results of what can happen to a building without regular upkeep are interesting. The result is fairly haunting, but still captivating.
Here you can see a decaying piano in the midst of the building’s decline. It’s a powerful reminder of all of the music this building once housed.
ChristopherTitzer/Flickr
You’ll even find rows of seat still intact (though arguably worse for wear). With some imagination, you can almost picture how stunning this theater used to be.
In 2002, the front exterior of the theater was renovated to clean up the city for the Miss USA pageant. The marquee reading “Jackson Five Tonite” was also a new addition.
People in and near Gary still hold out hope that this abandoned building might one day be restored. Until then, spectators love to take in the dark and chilling beauty of this crumbling structure.
BWChicago/Flickr
You can learn more about this historic theater in Gary here. You’ll find the Palace Theater at 791 Broadway, Gary, IN 46402.
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