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This vaudeville-era theater first opened in 1914 in the Central Texas town of Brownwood. Although designed and operated as a performance space, like many small theaters, it was transitioned into a cinema in the 1920's. 

Brownwood was home to the US Army's Camp Bowie during WWII. During the late 30's and early 40's downtown Brownwood's population grew to 100,000 and had 7 cinemas operating at full tilt. As the war ended many of those closed and even the venerable Lyric was converted into a clothing store.

A century after its original opening, the Lyric is once again a home for the performing arts in Brownwood. A herculean restoration effort has restored the theater to its original glory and then some with the addition of modern staging, lighting and sound. Today live theater, musical acts and film once again grace this historic proscenium.

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www.brownwoodlyrictheater.com
It would be neat to explain the history of this place, it’s origin or any background for that matter. But I could not find anything.  We stumbled upon these two small doors in a dead end alley.
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Best Western Plus Riata

Best Western Plus Riata

2.5 out of 5
504 W Commerce St Brownwood TX
The price is S$148 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
S$148
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brownwood. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (579 reviews)
Every thing good

Reviewed on 26 Feb, 2026

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Brownwood

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Brownwood

3 out of 5
103 Market Place Blvd Brownwood TX
The price is S$163 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
S$163
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brownwood. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Martin & Frances Lehnis Railroad Museum ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Disappointed. Elevator has been out for months it seems. Stairwell smells funny. WiFi based television that didn’t have enough bandwidth to stream regular television (or some other problem but local news wasn’t even coming thru consistently) Air conditioning wasn’t adequate, went a bought a fan. ...

Reviewed on 12 Feb, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Brownwood
The Hideout Golf Club & Resort

The Hideout Golf Club & Resort

3 out of 5
185 Hideout Ln Brownwood TX
The price is S$146 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$146
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf resort in Brownwood. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Hideout Golf Club & Resort
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1 Mi to Dtwn: Family Home w/ Porch in Brownwood

1 Mi to Dtwn: Family Home w/ Porch in Brownwood

3 out of 5
Brownwood TX
Stay at this cottage in Brownwood. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Nabers Tennis Center and Martin & Frances Lehnis Railroad Museum are located ...
1 Mi to Dtwn: Family Home w/ Porch in Brownwood
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