Bligh, T.G., Theater - Albany Downtown Historic District - Albany, Oregon - NRHP Historic Districts - Contributing Buildings on Waymarking.com

Designed by noted local architect Charles Burgraff, this two-story theater building was erected in about 1910, according to the historic nomination form, but a cornerstone includes the date 1913. It was originally known as the T.G. Bligh Theater, but soon after became known as The Globe. A cigar factory was located in the southwest corner. Today, it is known as "The Venetian," a cafe and performing arts center. It contains an eighty-five seat balcony, two dance floors, main floor seating, and the cafe.

There is also a T.G. Bligh Building in the Downtown Salem Historic District.

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Name of Historic District (as listed on the NRHP): Albany Downtown Commercial Historic District Link to nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com page with the Historic District: [Web Link] Address: 231, 239, 241 West 1st Avenue Albany, Oregon 97321 How did you determine the building to be a contributing structure?: Narrative found on the internet (Link provided below) Optional link to narrative or database: [Web Link] NRHP Historic District Waymark (Optional): Not listed

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