Turner Hall
Chances are if you've lived in Quincy over the last...say...130 years, you have most likely gone to this place for some event. But the history of Turner Hall is much, much more than just concerts and banquets. To kick off season 7 we find out about the origins of this fascinating building that was a staple of Quincy entertainment, social gatherings and place of rock for nearly 130 years.
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Tornado Damage from the 1945 Tornado
Quincy Area Historic Photo Collection; https://www.idaillinois.org/digital/collection/qpl/id/4615/rec/1
Concert advertisements over the years
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On this episode we learn all about the interesting history of Quincy’s Turner Hall. From concerts to tumbling to masquerade balls. Check it out!