Constructed 1941.
Designed by El Paso architect Guy Frazer, the State Theater on Main Street in Las Cruces opened on Christmas Eve, 1941. It had a seating capacity of 563 patrons and was built at a cost of $30,000. The theater is a modest and intimate expression of Art Deco design. The State Theater is now home to the Las Cruces Community Theater, which has been in residence at the State since about 1977. The LCCT still offers a full schedule of high quality plays throughout the year.
313 N. Main St. Las Cruces, NM 88001 | 575-523-1200
Image by Amy M. Barnhart.
Local New Mexico MainStreet and Arts & Cultural District Program:
Downtown Las Cruces Partnership and Arts & Cultural District
downtownlascruces.org
