National Register of Historic Places
Springer Opera House
Springer Opera House is a historic place in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on December 29, 1970, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 70000214.
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Springer Opera House
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About this place
What is Springer Opera House?
The Springer Opera House is a historic theater at 103 Tenth Street in Downtown Columbus, Georgia, United States. First opened February 21, 1871, the theater was named the State Theatre of Georgia by Governor Jimmy Carter for its 100th anniversary season, a designation made permanent in 1992 by the [Georgia General Assembly]. In its early days, the Springer hosted legendary performers such as Edwin Booth, Lily Langtry, Oscar Wilde, Will Rogers, Ethel Barrymore, Agnes de Mille and John Philip Sousa. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970 and named a National Historic Landmark in 1978.
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Listing details
- Name
- Springer Opera House
- City
- Columbus
- County
- Muscogee County
- State
- Georgia
- Listed on the National Register
- December 29, 1970
- NRIS reference number
- 70000214
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 32.46486, -84.99077
When was Springer Opera House listed on the National Register?
Springer Opera House was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 29, 1970.
Where is Springer Opera House located?
Springer Opera House is located in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia at approximately 32.46486, -84.99077. See the map above.
Is Springer Opera House a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Springer Opera House is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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