Historic Theaters & Drive-Ins
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Mesa Theater
East Region
Image by Amy M. Barnhart
Image by Amy M. Barnhart
Constructed 1925
The Mesa Theater opened in 1925 with seating for 980 patrons. A major fire in 1948 gutted the interior but the Mesa was rebuilt. Operator E.R Hardwick said that everything would be replaced new including the four (segregated) rest rooms. After closing in the 1960s, the Mesa was purchased by famed music producers Norman and Vi Petty and converted into a fully equipped and acoustically advanced radio station, recording studio and performance auditorium. The interior decor of the auditorium retains a high degree from its 1960s appearance (designed by Vi Petty).
206 Main St. | Clovis, NM 88101
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