The Grand Ballroom (1930)

ID: 729 ~ Source: Image courtesy of the Texas Collection, Baylor University ~ Creator: Fred R. Gildersleeve
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The Grand Ballroom (1930)

With its beautiful hardwood floors, elegant light fixtures, and ample seating space, the Roosevelt Hotel's grand ballroom appealed to dancers and wallflowers alike. Today, the renovated ballroom still houses the original chandelier.

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