Building History Detail
Strand Theater

A two story white glazed brick movie theater with stores in the front. The building was reinforced with steel construction. It was built by the Miller Brewing Co. and sold to the Saxe Theater chain in 1921.

Architect: Wolff and Ewens

Year Built: 1914, Year Demolished: 1979

Address History:
512 Grand Ave (1914 - 1929)
508 W Wisconsin Ave (1930 - 1979)

Sources:
Milwaukee Sentinel, April 12, 1914
Milwaukee Sentinel, August 19, 1992
1979 City Condemnation Report
Milwaukee Sentinel, October 10, 1914


Record Update: 2009-02-26

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