Blanchard Hall opened was located on the second floor of the H. Newmark Building, which was completed in 1907 with the Bartlett Music Store occupying the main floor. The Blanchard Hall was a prime destination for entertainment. African Americans could go dancing, see black shows and hold revival meetings. View of the H. Newmark building, on Broadway, across the street from City Hall. Blanchard Hall was on the 2nd floor. There are signs reading: Blanchard Hall Studios, Weber Pianos, J. W. Robinson Co., Bartlett Music Co. and Kimball Pianos. The awning has a sign reading "Pianos." There's a fire escape (right) from the 2nd floor that runs to the roof. Written on back of photo: History - L.A. County Museum. circa 1900? Blanchard Hall in old Newmark building.
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Commercial buildings Blanchard Music Hall (Los Angeles, Calif.)
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