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mookster

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You know when you get that urge to do something impulsive and outlandish? Yeah that happened to me during my time in America. I'm not usually one for solo jaunts, least of all in a city I am still largely a stranger to, least of all when it also involves going some way into a pretty rough neighbourhood also. But needs must, and all that.

To give a brief history, it was originally a row of three large townhouses, before being purchased by a secret society who constructed a large auditorium and ballroom on the rear of the property, before it passed into the hands of a boxing promotion who used the auditorium for many years as their arena.

I'd seen a few photos of this place come up from a friend just before I left on my trip so he gave me all the details I'd need, and stepping foot inside it was one of those rare 'jaw on floor' moments that I was finally seeing it for myself, stood in one of the most iconic places in American sporting history. It's utterly unique, incredibly beautiful, and a massive shame that it has been left abandoned, taken charge of by a development company with a string of failures to their name. Sadly the most likely outcome of this place will be demolition of all but the historic frontage and construction of a hotel on the land.

I didn't have long in here as it was getting dark and didn't want to outstay my welcome, but it's a massive tick in the accomplishments box for me.

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Thanks for looking :)
 
That's superb. I wonder how many famous boxers fought in that ring all throughout the years. I hope someone reclaims those spectator chairs because they would be worth a bit, all they need is a bit of sanding, black paint and varnish. One definitely notched up for you.
 
Took a fair bit of nerve with a dollop of stupidity to venture out on your lonesome, Nicely Done Mook, I enjoyed it, Thanks
 
Wow that really is something special. Great work mate, that is pretty damn epic!
 
What a great place, it does make you wonder who and fought or trained there over the years. great report Mookster.
 
Very nicely done! Love seeing the shots from the states! :)
 

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