Strand Theater - View this location on map This 1918 Classical Revival-style movie palace was one of the first in Boston designed specifically for motion pictures and is probably the only remaining vintage neighborhood theater. Hollywood and Broadway stars from Jack Benny to Duke Ellington appeared here. The opulent interior is a reminder of an earlier time when movies were screened in elegant surroundings. After a mid-century decline a massive restoration effort brought the Strand back as a cultural and entertainment center for a new generation and a broad audience. 543 Columbia Rd. , Boston, MA Historical

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