America has had a long love affair with moving pictures. The period in film history known as "The Golden Age of Hollywood" brought with it a vast array of places for viewing these new "movies." Some were old stage theaters, updated to include screens and projection booths. Others were new constructions. Unlike the towering, multi-screen, megaplexes we're accustomed to today, most Golden Age theaters were small, neighborhood establishments. From the 5-cent "nickelodeons" to elaborately ornate "palaces," movie theaters were everywhere, including Houston.
Some of the old movie theaters in Houston were demolished and replaced with skyscrapers; others were left as is but converted to other businesses; at least one is still showing movies to this day. So grab some fresh popcorn, your favorite soda, and a friend or two to discover five of Houston's Silver Screens...
When finished, you can find a bonus mystery cache: "Silver Screens Bonus Cache" (GC92G22).
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