The Hub Theater

The Hub Theater is a movie theater in Rochelle, Illinois.[1]

History

Opened in 1931, it was designed by Elmer F. Behrns.[2]

In the 1980s the theater was converted to a multiplex screening format.[3]

In 2015, the vacant theater was purchased by Florida businessman Mike McCarty.[4] As of 2016, the theater is undergoing a renovation and was expected to reopen in 2019.[3]

References
  1. Tyler, Susan. "Rochelle's Hub Theater to get a New Life". q985online.com. Retrieved 20 April 2016.
  2. David A. Belden with Christine R. O’Brien (2013). Lincoln Highway Across Illinois, The. Arcadia Publishing. pp. 107–. ISBN 978-0-7385-9358-6.
  3. Crowley, Kristin. "Hub Theater renovation in Rochelle making progress". wrex.com. Retrieved 20 April 2016.
  4. Leon, Jeff. "Former Rochelle resident buys Hub Theater and 4th Avenue building in downtown area". Newstalk 1060 WRHL. Retrieved 20 April 2016.


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