Landers Theatre, Springfield

Name: Landers Theatre
Address: 311 E Walnut St, Springfield, 65806, United States

#9 among attractions in Springfield

Concerts and shows, Theater

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Facts and practical information

The Landers Theatre in Springfield, Missouri, built in 1909, is the second oldest and largest civic theater operation in Missouri. It has been in continuous use either as a legitimate theatre or a movie theater since it opened. In 1928, the theater became the 35th facility in the world to acquire sound film. It was designed by architects Carl Boller and Brother in association with Hickenlively and Mark of Springfield in a French-influenced neoclassical style. It is located in the Walnut Street Commercial Historic District. ()

Built: 1909 (115 years ago)Coordinates: 37°12'26"N, 93°17'27"W

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311 E Walnut StDowntown SpringfieldSpringfield 65806 United States

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Landers Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mediacom Ice Park, Discovery Center of Springfield, Gillioz Theatre, St. Agnes Cathedral.

0.4 miNE
Game and entertainment center, Ice rink, Sport venue
Mediacom Ice Park, Springfield
11 min walk • Jordan Valley Ice Park is a multi-purpose arena located in downtown Springfield, Missouri. The arena is owned and operated by the Springfield-Greene County Park Board and serves as a location for community recreation and the home for the Missouri State Ice Bears ice hockey team, and various youth sports programs.
~770 ftNE
Museum, Science museum
Discovery Center of Springfield, Springfield
4 min walk • The Discovery Center of Springfield in Springfield, Missouri, is an interactive, hands-on science center dedicated to inspiring curiosity and a life-long love of learning through memorable and engaging hands-on experiences in STEM In December 2021, inaugural grand prize winner...
~810 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater, Concert hall
Gillioz Theatre, Springfield
4 min walk • The Gillioz Theatre is a historic theater located at Springfield, Missouri, United States. It was built by M. E. Gillioz of Monett, Missouri. Mr. Gillioz was in the business of building bridges, and the theater was built with steel and concrete. Wood was only used for handrails, doors, and doorframes.
~1180 ftS
Church
St. Agnes Cathedral, Springfield
6 min walk • St. Agnes Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral in Springfield, Missouri, United States. Along with the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Annunciation in Cape Girardeau, Missouri it is the seat of the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau.
~1210 ftN
37°12'38"N • 93°17'26"W
Founders Park, Springfield
6 min walk • Park
~1560 ftNE
Civic center, Historical place, Concert hall
Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque, Springfield
8 min walk • The Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque is a building of arabesque design located in downtown Springfield, Missouri, United States. It was built in 1923 for a cost of $600,000.
~1080 ftW
Specialty museum, Museum
Old Calaboose, Springfield
6 min walk • Old Calaboose, also known as Old Springfield City Jail and South Side Calaboose, is a historic jail located at Springfield, Greene County, Missouri.
~560 ftNW
37°12'31"N • 93°17'32"W
Park Central Square, Springfield
3 min walk • Park
0.6 miNE
37°12'42"N • 93°16'54"W
The Creamery Arts Center, Springfield
15 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Performing arts
~1390 ftN
Interesting neighbourhood
Franklin Springfield Motor Co. Building, Springfield
7 min walk • Franklin Springfield Motor Co. Building, also known as the Proctor Motor Co. Indiana Trucks, Inc. and The White Motor Co. is a historic automobile showroom located in Springfield, Missouri, United States.
~890 ftNW
Interesting neighbourhood
Heer's Department Store, Springfield
5 min walk • Heer's Department Store, also known as the Greater Heer Store, is a historic Heer's department store building located at Springfield, Greene County, Missouri.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Landers Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Walnut Street Commercial Historic District, Springfield (1 min walk), South Avenue Commercial Historic District, Springfield (2 min walk), Springfield Warehouse and Industrial Historic District, Springfield (2 min walk), Park Central Square, Springfield (3 min walk).

How to get to Landers Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Landers Theatre:

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Transit Center (11 min walk)