Key Dates/Timeline

1957

Demolition of the Bijou

Another theater, the Bijou, was used by African-American audiences prior to desegregation. It was torn down in 1957 to make way for the Municipal Auditorium.

1957

Municipal Auditorium Construction Begins

Construction of Municipal Auditorium

1962

The Outside of the Municipal Auditorium

Auditorium Opens with a Church of Christ Revival (October 7, 1962)