Located on the west side of Wall Street between Oregon Ave and Newport Ave.
Here’s a link to a site with historic photos of the theatre (visit link).
Marker Name: C6 - Capitol Theatre
Marker Text: The Capitol Theatre was built as the “Carmody Theatre” in 1914 by Dennis Carmody, who placed a “C” on the back of each seat. B.A. “Dutch” Stover bought the theatre in the 1920s and to avoid purchasing new seats, changed the name of the theatre to the “Capitol.” Stover was a prominent Bend business leader and state legislator who came to Bend as a graduate of Ohio State University in 1914. He was known for opening his theatre for free parties for Bend children and granting free admission for Bend High School athletic teams, win or lose. He and his wife, Ruth, lived in Bend for more than 70 years and although childless themselves, considered every Bend youngster as their own.
Built: 1914
This Heritage Walk plaque was donated by the Bend Centennial Celebration Committee
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