Colonial Drive-In
220 W. Main Street,
Thibodaux,
LA
70301
220 W. Main Street,
Thibodaux,
LA
70301
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The Colonial Drive-In opened June 28, 1950, and had a capacity for 400 cars. In 1955 it was operated by F.G. Pratt Jr. of the Vacherie Theatre, Vacherie. It was still open in 1972, but closed by the early ‘80s.
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Ken Roe
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I have it parking 350 cars and owned by F.G.Pratt.
Open till ~1975 approximate? Mike, can you verify the date, come up with the address, more info, and photos?
There was an old drive-in here…….
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Approx. address for this drive-in was 220 W. Main St.
Here is the location of the drive-in. http://tinyurl.com/gsp3omv
You can still see some of the ramps, the old entrance, and what appears to be the screen foundation.
Ken, is this your photo? I work for a local magazine and would love to use it as part of our series highlighting how places around town have changed. I will certainly give you credit if you give me the ok.
Opened on June 28, 1950, featuring a 60x60ft screen tower and a 53x38ft screen. The original concessions building measures 100x32ft. It was still open in 1972, but was gone by the early-1980s.