Cox Capitol Theatre
The Cox Capitol Theatre is located in downtown Macon, Georgia, United States, on 382 Second Street. The Cox Capitol Theatre serves as a movie theatre and live entertainment venue.
Commercial Savings and Loan was the first building located at 382 Second Street. It was built in 1897, but closed shortly after. In 1900, Strong Shoe Company purchased the building and resided there for 15 years. According to the Macon Daily Telegraph, the Cox was converted into a movie theater in 1917 and was officially opened to the public." In 1917, The Cox Capitol Theatre became the first public venue to offer air conditioning. After 58 years, the Cox Theatre closed in 1975.
A man named Tony Long had a vision for downtown Macon, Georgia. He led a group of people and launched a $1.2 million renovation to restore the Cox Theatre. According to Kap Stann's book called "Moon Georgia," the Cox Capitol Theatre reopened in 2006. The Cox Capitol Theatre is a movie house and live entertainment venue.
The Board of Directors
The Cox Capitol Theatre serves as a rental space for events such as receptions, parties and fundraisers.
Coordinates: 32°50′12″N 83°37′43″W / 32.83667°N 83.62861°W
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