Minnesota's Greatest Generation

Prom Ballroom marquee, 1190 University Avenue, St. Paul

The Prom Ballroom was a popular Twin Cities venue for dancing in the 1940s and 1950s, attracting big bands and top musical artists. This 1940s-era photograph shows the Prom's lit marquee, advertising coming attractions.

Publisher: Minnesota Historical Society
Dates: 1940–1949
Identifer: accession MR2.9 SP3.1P p112

Prom Ballroom marquee, 1190 University Avenue, St. Paul