Opened as an Opera House in 1914, the Ilo Ilo soon became a
moving picture theatre with the advent of silent films. The
downstairs hall featured a well loved suspended maple dance
floor. Saturday night dances with the Cumberland Symphony
Orchestra were a popular feature for years. Rebuilt after the fire
of 1932, it continued to show films until 1957. The last film shown was
“These Wilder Years”, with James Cagney and Barbara Stanwyck.

Part of the gallery: Vancouver Island

Best viewed in original size