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How Atlanta saved its Fox Theatre from demolition in 1974
Original: In 1974, Atlanta's Fox Theatre closed as Southern Bell planned to demolish it for a headquarters; residents raised $3 million to save it, and the landmark now hosts 250+ shows a year
In 1974, Atlanta's Fox Theatre shut its doors after Southern Bell announced plans to demolish the historic movie palace and build a corporate headquarters on the site. Residents rallied and raised $3 million to buy and preserve the building. The landmark was saved and today hosts more than 250 performances a year, standing as one of the city's best-known examples of grassroots historic preservation.
Why now: The story of the theatre's rescue is being highlighted as an inspiring example of citizens saving a historic landmark.
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- In 1974, Atlanta's Fox Theatre closed as Southern Bell planned to demolish it for a headquarters; residents raised $3 million to save it, and the landmark now hosts 250+ shows a year · The Times of India
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