The Medinah Temple building is located at 600 N. Wabash in Chicago. It was built in 1912 by Shriner architects Huehl and Schmidt. It was built in the Moorish Revival style. It was originally a large auditorium with seating for approximately 4,200 people on three levels. It was best known for hosting the annual Shriner’s Circus and the Bozo 25th Anniversary Special on September 7, 1986 was also telecast from there. The acoustics of the building also made it a favorite site for recordings of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. In 2000, the building exterior was restored and the interior was gutted and reconstructed for use as a Bloomingdale’s Home Store, which opened in 2003. It was designated a Chicago Landmark on June 27, 2001.
Interesting. I went to see the circus there when I was young. Lol. I would go back if Bloomindales would have better sales. Can you see my name in the comments.
Hi Suzette. Yes. Your name shows in the comments again. I know Bloomingdales is expensive. I stepped in there and saw a few prices and left! LOL.