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Demolition of
KRNT Theater and KCCI Studios

at 8th and Pleasant - 1985

 

In 1985, a landmark known as the largest legitimate Theater in the country was demolished, along with the offices and studios of KCCI-TV Channel 8. The Theater seated around 4,200 and had originally been built by the Shriners.

Before demolition

Demolition


Courtesy of Bob Cannon

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