Dock Street Theater [135 Church Street]

Description

B&W photograph of the Dock Street Theater (135 Church Street), front (east) elevation.

Two copies of photo in sleeve. Description of Dock Street Theater taped to back of second copy: "The Dock Street Theatre, on the site of one of America's first playhouses. The facade, which features a handsome cast-iron balcony in a morning glory pattern and sandstone columns with rare carved mahogany capitals and cornices, is that of the Old Planter's Hotel built here shortly after 1800. the Dock Street Theatre combines the preservation of the hotel and the reconstruction of an early Georgian theater. Performances are given at the Dock Street Theatre throughout the year."