Record #:

2819

Author(s):

Wilmer, Ann

Abstract:

The James Adams Floating Theater, built in Washington in 1914, traveled the coast and inland waters from Chesapeake Bay to the Carolinas, bringing theater to residents. The vessel was destroyed by fire on November 15, 1941, on its way to Savannah.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 56 Issue 6, Nov 1988, p10-13, il, por

Subject(s):

James Adams Floating Theater; Showboats