Former Vista Theatre destroyed in fire

The Vista Theatre opened in 1932 it was located on Independence at Prospect Boulevard, which was in the North Terrace neighborhood. It was just a block from the entrance to the park. The Vista Theatre was a small Art Deco style house that seated 522. The theatre served this neighborhood until closing in 1958. It went into retail use.

more at kansascity.com with photos  [Thanks, Kansas City Rag]