The Hub Theater is a movie theater in Rochelle, Illinois.[1]
History edit
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 was expected to reopen in 2019.[3]
References edit
- ^ Tyler, Susan. "Rochelle's Hub Theater to get a New Life". q985online.com. Retrieved 20 April 2016.
- ^ David A. Belden with Christine R. O’Brien (2013). Lincoln Highway Across Illinois, The. Arcadia Publishing. pp. 107–. ISBN 978-0-7385-9358-6.
- ^ a b Crowley, Kristin. "Hub Theater renovation in Rochelle making progress". wrex.com. Retrieved 20 April 2016.
- ^ 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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