The Big Apple

The Big Apple is a South Carolina historical marker in Columbia, Richland County, dedicated 1987.

Richland County · dedicated 1987 · Corner of Park & Hampton Sts., Columbia, Columbia

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Originally built 1907-1910 as the House of Peace Synagogue and located 100 yards south, this building was sold in 1936 and shortly thereafter became a black nightclub known as the Big Apple. A dance by this name originated here and soon swept the country, inspiring the song, "The Big Apple," which was recorded by Tommy Dorsey's orchestra. "The Big Apple" became a best-selling hit in September of 1937.

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Marker data: South Carolina Historical Marker Program, SC Department of Archives and History
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