Atomic Drive-In
2501 North Main Street,
San Angelo,
TX
76903-2765
2501 North Main Street,
San Angelo,
TX
76903-2765
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Slim Starling opened the Atomic Drive-In in 1952, which took its unique name from an era in the 1950’s remembered as the "atomic age" when there was an optimistic feeling that all power in the future would be atomic, including atomic powered cars.
The theatre was designed to acomodate movie fans from their cars, comfortable outdoor seating or an indoor seating area for up to 280 people who could enjoy a movie through a 130 foot plate glass viewing area.
By 1955, it was operated by Rowley United Theatres.
Contributed by
Glen Carr / Billy Smith / Don Lewis
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The Atomic Drive-In is listed in the 1975 IMPA with a capacity for 480 cars. It is not listed in the 1980 edition.
From the mid-1950’s thru its closing the Atomic Drive-In was operated by Rowley United Theatres.