Kings Theatre Wins Prestigious Preservation Award From New York Landmarks Conservancy

The Kings Theatre (1027 Flatbush Avenue) is no stranger to being in the spotlight for its stunning $95 million restoration that transformed it from a building plagued by decades of vandalism and decay to its former grandeur.

Now, the theatre, which debuted in 1929 and just reopened in January, has once again landed in the limelight, with the New York Landmarks Conservancy announcing that Kings is one of the winners of its prestigious Lucy G. Moses Preservation Awards.

The Kings Theatre is one of 13 recipients for the annual award, which is the NYLC’s highest honors for outstanding preservation.

“For 25 years the Moses Awards have recognized individuals, organizations, architects, craftspeople and building owners for their extraordinary contributions to preserving our city,” the NYLC said in a statement.

The other winners include: 901 Broadway, 1000 Dean and Berg’n, the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph, Conrad B. Duberstein U.S. Bankruptcy Courthouse, El Barrio’s Artspace PS 109, Grace Church, Kerwin Residence, The Players, Schooner Lettie G. Howard, SculptureCenter, and Tavern on the Green.

The NYLC’s awards ceremony will take place on April 30 at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph, located at 856 Pacific Street.

Congratulations to the Kings Theatre — and all the winners!