It's Official: Drive-In Theaters Have Historic Value

Azusa Foothill Drive-In's designation as a California historical resource gives it a fighting chance against demolition.

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February 7, 2002, 8:00 AM PST

By Chris Steins @planetizen

The State Historical Resources Commission voted unanimously to designate the Azusa Foothill Drive-In Theater as a California historical resource. It's the last drive-in on Route 66 west of Oklahoma, as well as L.A. County's last remaining single-screen outdoor theater -- and Azusa Pacific University plans to tear it down.

Thanks to Cindy Olnick

Read the full story: Drive-In Designated as a Landmark

Tuesday, February 5, 2002 in The Los Angeles Times

History / Preservation California

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