The Rialto Theatre has been a Westfield landmark on the corner of East Broad Street and Central Avenue since September 1, 1922 when it showed its first two silent films; Richard Barthelmess “Sonny” and Buster Keaton in “Cops”. The Rialto anchored the downtown with its stage and single screen undisturbed until 1966 when it was taken over by United Artists Corporation.
Two screens were added on May 26, 1978. A further three screens were added in 1997 after UA sold the theater bringing the total to five screens. Later taken over by Digiplex, then Carmike Cinemas, the historic Rialto Theatre was purchased in 2017 by New Vision’s Jesse and Doreen Sayegh along with the nearby Cranford Theater.
The Mr. Local History Historic Village Collection is a step back in time to honor local iconic New Jersey historic treasures selected as key to all those who support local history. In partnership with The Cat's Meow company, the MLH Project knows Cat's Meow is THE world renowned miniature collectible manufacturer in Ohio that has made thousands of collectible icons on wood from all over the world. The Mr. Local History Project is proud to be working with this great company creating our own piece of collectible history.
Approximate Finished Dimensions
4 1/2” H x 8” W x 3/4" Thick
Hand Painted on Wood - Made in USA
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