Friends of the Vancouver City Archives

Presents: John Atkin and Tom Carter

The Historical 1907 Pantages Theatre: a talk and public sale

Join us to purchase a piece of history: artifacts from the beautiful Pantages Theatre.

John Atkin and Tom Carter will share their knowledge about the Pantages Theatre and its important vaudeville history. Designed by local architect E.E. Blackmore, it was just the second theatre built by Alexander Pantages for a vaudeville circuit that eventually grew to include 120 theatres across North America.

A small section of the surviving plaster work created by the Detroit Decorative Supply Co. was retained by the Museum of Vancouver, and a few pieces were displayed within the building that replaced the theatre. John and Tom rescued plaster artifacts and are giving the public a chance to purchase these pieces of history.

John Atkin: A civic historian, author, and heritage consultant, John has explored Vancouver like few others and offers interesting and offbeat insight into the city’s architecture, history and neighbourhoods.

Tom Carter: A local artist and appreciator of Vancouver history, Tom brings his unique perspective to this talk. His paintings reflect his work in Vancouver history and research, most notably in the entertainment field.

100% of the sale of this limited collection of Pantages artifacts support the ongoing work of the Friends of the City of Vancouver Archives.

Thursday Oct. 17, 2024
Doors at 6:00pm
Talk at 7:00pm
Sale from 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Tickets: $20.00

Ticket price includes one drink ticket

Program from 1908, held in the City of Vancouver Archives. Program not for sale. Ref. code PAM 1908-26.01. Available for viewing Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm.

Program from 1917, not for sale. Held in the City of Vancouver Archives. Ref. code: PAM 1917-6. Available to view Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm at the City of Vancouver Archives.