Rocket Drive-In
16130 AL-52,
Kinston,
AL
36453
16130 AL-52,
Kinston,
AL
36453
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The Rocket Drive-In was in Samson, Alabama. One of two drive-ins in this town, it was owned by J.R. Pate and held 250 cars.
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Could use an address or crossroads, more info and photos are always welcome.
Approx. location for this drive-in was the SE corner of Alabama 87 & County Road 16. Some ramps though barely visible are still there.
The screen is hidden by the overgrown woods and concession/projection foundation are also still there.
Ralph Pate’s Rocket Drive-In was about four miles west of town on Highway 12, according to an item noting its recent opening in the October 23, 1954, issue of Boxoffice. I don’t believe the designation Highway 12 is used anymore, though. Pate was also the owner of the Royal Theatre in Samson.
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The drive-in was located at 16130 AL-52, Kinston, AL 36453. It was on the north side of the road and can clearly be seen in a 1965 aerial photo.
Today, a Revels Store sits on part of the property along with a private residence. There is no trace of the drive-in remaining.
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