Sunday, April 17, 2011

Comstock Hall

Comstock Hall was built in East Hartford in 1899 as a theater.  It always had retail shops on the first floor.  After being vacant for a while, it was renovated within the past decade but still lives a precarious existence.

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17 comments:

  1. Cezar and LéiaApril 17, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Very impressive building with beautiful windows!
    Great shots!
    Léia ;)

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  2. HalcyonApril 17, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    It's very pretty. I like the windows especially. Hope they do keep it in business.

    PS: Glad you're back. Hope you enjoyed the time away. :)

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  3. SharonApril 17, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Those windows could be courthouse windows or what my midwest upbringing thinks of as courthouse windows.

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  4. RandyApril 17, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Beautiful architecture.

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  5. Regina KApril 17, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Wonderful building, hope it finds a useful purpose.

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  6. MalyssApril 17, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Such a beautyful building should be used! it's the best way to keep it safe and alive!

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  7. SRQApril 17, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    Wonderful architecture. Nice that someone invested the money and time to restore it.

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  8. youth_in_asiaApril 17, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    I hope it sticks around. I love old structures like this. It's a beautiful old building in what appears to be a great block.

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  9. KateApril 17, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    If my memory is correct, there is a Comstock Hall on the U of Mn Mpls campus. Now I'll have to research that name!

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  10. LowellApril 17, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    'Tis a very lovely old building with a familiar name in American history. I would certainly hope that somehow it will remain intact and cared for and not be torn down to make way for another McDonald's!

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  11. RedPatApril 17, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    Welcome home! That building seems to be so well-maintained that I am sure it must have a secure future as something>

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  12. jooApril 17, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    Very elegant building!

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  13. BirdmanApril 17, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    What neat building with a wonderful history.

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  14. VPApril 17, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    So many old building are living a precarious life here and there... I wish something nice and steady for Comstock Hall!

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  15. VirginiaApril 17, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Your city is so rich in history. I love seeing these wonderful places.
    V

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  16. MichelleApril 17, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    A beautiful structure.

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  17. JanetApril 18, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    Those arched windows just make it!
    No, we weren't affected by the tornadoes. A couple skipped through the county in rural areas with mostly tree damage. Thanks.

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