The Hub Theater

The Hub Theater is a movie theater in Rochelle, Illinois.[1]

History

Opened in 1931, it was designed by Elmer F. Behrns.[2]

In the 1980s the theater was converted to a multiplex screening format.[3]

In 2015, the vacant theater was purchased by Florida businessman Mike McCarty.[4] As of 2016, the theater is undergoing a renovation and is expected to reopen in 2017.[3]

References

  1. ↑ Tyler, Susan. "Rochelle's Hub Theater to get a New Life". q985online.com. Retrieved 20 April 2016.
  2. ↑ David A. Belden with Christine R. O’Brien (2013). Lincoln Highway Across Illinois, The. Arcadia Publishing. pp. 107–. ISBN 978-0-7385-9358-6.
  3. 1 2 Crowley, Kristin. "Hub Theater renovation in Rochelle making progress". wrex.com. Retrieved 20 April 2016.
  4. ↑ Leon, Jeff. "Former Rochelle resident buys Hub Theater and 4th Avenue building in downtown area". Newstalk 1060 WRHL. Retrieved 20 April 2016.

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