Modern Federal · Theaters

Built as a tavern for sailors in 1847, this building became California's first theater three years later. Monterey, California

California · 1850–1939

Built as a tavern for sailors in 1847, this building became California's first theater three years later. Monterey, California, California, 1850–1939
Built as a tavern for sailors in 1847, this building became California's first theater three years later. Monterey, California, California, 1850–1939. Theaters — Modern Federal Architecture, from the Library of Congress record.

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