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United Palace

One of Washington Heights' great buildings; the best way to see inside is a ticketed event or tour, so check the calendar first.

4140 BroadwayBroadway & W 175th St

The Broadway facade and marquee of the United Palace, a 1930 theater building at W 175th St in Washington Heights.
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The ornate Broadway facade of the United Palace theater
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The United Palace marquee on W 175th Street
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The dome atop the United Palace
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The United Palace on Broadway in August 2026
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What it is

The United Palace, at 4140 Broadway, opened in 1930 as the Loew’s 175th Street Theatre. Wikipedia lists Thomas W. Lamb as primary architect, with interior design by Harold Rambusch. The theater was bought in 1969 by the televangelist Reverend Ike and became his church, and New York City designated the building a landmark in 2016, according to Wikipedia and the Landmarks Preservation Commission.

Who it’s for

People who like theaters, architecture, concerts, and film. The venue has offered ticketed tours, including a Happy Hour Historical Tour scheduled for October 22, 2026 at $30, and keeps a calendar of concerts and community events, so there are ways to see the interior beyond a show.

Standout details

The venue sits across from Malecón and next to Plaza de las Americas on W 175th St. Wikipedia lists John Legend, Bob Dylan, Lenny Kravitz, and Lauryn Hill among musicians who have performed there.

Honest verdict

The building is the draw, and that is best experienced with a ticket. It is not a walk-in attraction, so check the calendar and tour listings before you plan a visit; this listing does not include current showtimes or tour availability.