@caitlinhenselcre: One of Santa Barbara's most recognizable landmarks has a story that goes back nearly a century. After the 1925 earthquake severely damaged the original Arlington Hotel, a new chapter began at the same State Street location. In 1931, the Fox Arlington Theatre opened its doors, designed by local architects Edwards & Plunkett during Santa Barbara's Spanish Colonial Revival era. But the real magic is inside. The auditorium was designed to resemble an outdoor Spanish village, complete with balconies, terraces, lanterns, and a painted night sky filled with twinkling stars. Over the decades, the Arlington evolved from a grand movie palace into one of Santa Barbara's most beloved entertainment venues. Following a major renovation, it reopened in 1976 with a performance by Benny Goodman and the Santa Barbara Symphony. Today, it remains a beautiful example of how historic commercial buildings can evolve while preserving the character that makes Santa Barbara special. #SantaBarbara #ArlingtonTheatre #SantaBarbaraHistory #StateStreetSB #SantaBarbaraArchitecture

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