Souvenir Program (1899)

ID: 1548 ~ Source: Image courtesy of the Texas Collection, Baylor University
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Souvenir Program (1899)

Souvenir program of the dedication of the Waco Auditorium. The opening of the Waco Auditorium took place over two days, November 30 and December 1. The first manager of the auditorium, Jake Schwarz, booked performances with three well-known Shakespearean actors, and the opening was heavily promoted to Waco and surrounding areas. Railroads even lowered their fares for people to travel to the grand opening.

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By Sarah Miller
During the 1890s, the city of Waco was in a period of financial growth, and citizens were in need of a place to be entertained. Waco was home to several theaters and opera houses; however, local businessmen desired a large auditorium that would…