Old Red Museum of Dallas County History and Culture
Old Red Museum of Dallas County History and Culture
Dallas, Texas (Dallas County)
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The Old Red Museum is located at a crossroads of activity in downtown Dallas – adjacent to the JFK Memorial and Dealey Plaza, a National Historic Landmark District, across the street from a replica of Dallas founder John Neely Bryan’s cabin and just a block from The Sixth Floor Museum and the historic West End of Dallas. The space is stimulating for any kind of visitor, including students, local Dallasites or anyone looking to learn more about the history of Dallas County. There is always something new to discover!
Films Featured
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Phantom of the Paradise (1974)
- He sold his soul for rock and roll! Director Brain De Palma featured the Old Red Museum of Dallas County in his cult rock-horror-musical-comedy (try saying that three times fast) Phantom of the Paradise as 'The Swanage' - aka the home and headquarters of reclusive music producer Swan (Paul Williams), the villain of the picture, who's club is haunted by the titular Phantom (William Finley).