| Marker Number |
11537 |
| Atlas Number |
5181011537 |
| Marker Title |
Site of Old Sherman Opera House |
| Index Entry |
Sherman Opera House, Site of Old |
| Address |
300 N. Travis |
| City |
Sherman |
| County |
Grayson |
| UTM Zone |
14 |
| UTM Easting |
721661 |
| UTM Northing |
3724654 |
| Subject Codes |
opera houses and theatre |
| Marker Year |
1969 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark |
No |
| Marker Location |
300 N Travis St. at Pecan (on bldg. at NW corner) |
| Private Property |
No |
| Marker Condition |
In Situ |
| Marker Size |
18" x 28" |
| Marker Text |
Formerly a 3-story Victorian structure with twin cupolas. Built by Capt. L. F. Ely, who made the bricks in his city factory. Lavish interior had carpeted aisle, damask curtains and red plush seats. Benches in economy section were called the "Buzzard Roost". From its completion (1881) until closing (1918), it helped make Sherman a cultural center. First show was operetta "The Mikado". Also given here were Shakespearean plays, musical reviews, temperance lectures and trained animal acts. Remodeled (1961) for commercial use. Original bricks remain. |
