Jefferson Theatre
4768 N. Milwaukee Avenue,
Chicago,
IL
60630
4768 N. Milwaukee Avenue,
Chicago,
IL
60630
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Additional Info
Architects: E.M. Newman
Functions: Retail
Styles: Neo-Classical
Previous Names: Progress Theatre
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This former nickelodeon is still quite prominent on Milwaukee Avenue, recently repainted in maroon and cream to highlight the detail of its simple facade bearing its name. It is currently a cabinet shop.
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Opened in 1914 with a seating capacity of 294 it was re-named Progress Theatre in 1917 and closed in 1923.
I am writing an article on old movie houses in and around Jefferson Park, Chicago; if anyone has a photo of the Jefferson Nickelodeon or any idea where I can find one please contact me.
Recent photos of this theatre are HERE
The American Contractor Building Permit index indicates that it was started in 1912. Architect was E.M. Newman.
I’ve heard that it’s possible that the Lero building adjoining the Jefferson directly to the south (seen here on the left) was actually the movie theatre. Is that possible? Looking at the inside of the Lero, it seems possible that the space was originally a large, single-story space, such as would be used as a theatre. And the seating capacity seems to imply a larger area than the inside of the Jefferson. Anyone have any input on this?