The Historic Shrine, Springfield

When it was built in 1923, The Historic Shrine was hailed as the largest auditorium west of the Mississippi and all twenty of its doubled consonants. But even if it hadn't been so large, the building would be notable thanks to its unique design, marked by red brick walls, terracotta turrets, and colorful stained glass windows. And, thanks to thoughtful renovations and landing a spot on the National Register of Historic Places, the venue's beauty hasn't dimmed in the intervening decades. The Historic Shrine's historic stage continues to host acts both classic and fringe, including circuses, roller derbies, and even a surprisingly under-attended Elvis concert.