Louisville Memorial Auditorium

The Louisville Memorial Auditorium is a historic venue in Louisville, Kentucky, created through the outgrowth of two movements — for a public auditorium and as a memorial to commemorate the local community who served in World War I. The Greek Revival building was designed by internationally renowned architect Thomas Hastings, assisted by Louisville architect E.T. Hutchings, and was dedicated on Memorial Day, May 30, 1929. It has been designated a landmark by the Louisville Landmarks Commission and is also on the National Register of Historic Places. The auditorium hosts a variety of concerts, stage productions, graduations, meetings, presentations, and dance recitals and competitions. It is home to the World's Largest Pilcher pipe organ, a historic four-manual instrument with 5,288 pipes still playing since 1929, and to 144 world-famous flags from World War I and II displayed in six flag cases. Attendance exceeds 100,000 patrons per year.

The Louisville Memorial Auditorium was created through the outgrowth of two movements — for a public auditorium and as a memorial to commemorate the local community who served in World War I. The Greek Revival building was designed by internationally renowned architect Thomas Hastings, who was assisted by Louisville architect E.T. Hutchings. It was dedicated on Memorial Day, May 30, 1929. It has been designated a landmark by the Louisville Landmarks Commission and is also on the National Register of Historic Places. On Memorial Day, May 27, 2019, the Louisville Memorial Auditorium honored veterans and celebrated the 90th Anniversary of the region's only war memorial. American Legion State of Kentucky Chaplain, Steve Orr, led the prayer service, followed by city officials who spoke about the history and future of the auditorium. A community concert featuring "The Thoroughbreds" was held. A historical presentation was shown on the movie screen, while listening to the majestic sounds of the world's largest Pilcher Pipe Organ.

Historic landmark venue offering rich history and architectural beauty with modern conveniences such as professional lighting and sound systems, new stage curtains, carpeting, and renovated handicapped accessible restrooms.

• World's Largest Pilcher pipe organ

  Historic four-manual instrument with 5,288 pipes, still playing since 1929.

• 144 world-famous flags

  Historic flags from World War I and II displayed in six beautifully lit flag cases.

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