The Theatre Historical Society of America, based in Elmhurst, IL, is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation and celebration of theater building history. Founded in 1969 by renowned theater historian Ben Hall, THS is home to an archive of documents, a museum showcasing artifacts from Chicago's old movie palaces, and the American Theatre Architecture Archives.
Located above the York Theater, THS produces publications such as the quarterly journal Marquee and offers access to its archives for researchers interested in exploring the rich history of over 15,000 theatres, from movie palaces to opera houses. The society welcomes visitors to the museum, which is open Tuesday through Friday with free admission, and offers access to the archives by appointment for a fee.
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