Rialto Theatre Building

Built by Homer C. Jones after 15 years of careful planning, the Rialto Theatre Building was dedicated on Sunday, August 21, 1949. The structure took one year, one month and 15 days to complete, using 315 tons of steel and 22 carloads of cement to create a lasting four story building. It included a huge 800 amp electric panel, 27½ tons of refrigerated air cooling units and an Otis elevator. Homer C. Jones, serving as general contractor, spared no expense on the more than $300,000 project. Rose Brothers served as building superintendents, and other contractors included Alva Electric, Goodrich Plumbing and Fisher Brothers Painting. Over the years, the building underwent improvements and alterations, including conversion to a twin theatre in 1981. It stood as the realization of Jones's dream and reflected his love for Alva and Northwest Oklahoma and his delight in bringing the excitement of "Lights, Camera, Action" to the community.

Alva, Oklahoma · United States