The historic opera house in Death Valley is now in danger of being destroyed by floods

KANIKA SINGH RATHORE,

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a historical Opera House on the edge of valley of death In California Now there is danger of destruction, After the recent severe floods in the area.

The Amargosa Opera House and Hotel is asking for donations from the public to help pay for “recovery and stabilization efforts.” Monsoon like situation has caused huge damage For historical building.

Founded by artist Marta Beckett in 1968, the property features a hand-painted theater and murals – with opera house tours available and an annual performance in February to honor her legacy.

Although it has endured decades of harsh conditionsMaintenance staff say recent seasons have brought more extreme weather conditions, with rain in August being particularly bad.

“Water came in the front door. Out the side door,” said Fred Conboy, who helps manage the Amargosa Opera House and Hotel. “We were badly hit by this microburst, which flooded the opera house in a way I had never seen before.”

The Amargosa Opera House and Hotel in Death Valley Junction, California is asking for donations from the public to help pay for 'recovery and stabilization efforts' after monsoon-like conditions caused major damage to the historic building.

The Amargosa Opera House and Hotel in Death Valley Junction, California is asking for donations from the public to help pay for ‘recovery and stabilization efforts’ after monsoon-like conditions caused major damage to the historic building. ,google maps,

Conboy told KLAS that the building has endured six significant monsoon seasons since 2023, and each has released several inches of water.

The damage was not an isolated incident. Conboy says the property has endured at least six significant monsoon floods since 2023, each leaving behind several inches of water due to lack of absorption from the desert ground.

“It’s not new, but it’s always a devastating event,” Conboy told KLAS.

Amargosa’s owners have since launched a fundraiser aiming to raise $50,000 to help renovate the property, with donations to be used to repair the opera house’s floors, as well as help cover essential monthly expenses.

Although it has endured decades of harsh conditions, maintenance workers say recent seasons have brought more extreme weather to Death Valley, with rains in August being particularly bad.

Although it has endured decades of harsh conditions, maintenance workers say recent seasons have brought more extreme weather to Death Valley, with rains in August being particularly bad.

Donations so far have reached nearly $30,000, KLAS reports.

“Each gift has made an immediate impact, allowing us to continue welcoming visitors while planning for long-term conservation – including roof repairs and future flood-mitigation work,” the website states.

“Together, we are keeping MARTA’s legacy and Death Valley Junction alive, ensuring that the Amargosa Opera House will remain strong for generations to come.”

“The most important thing is to keep the heartbeat of this city alive, with hotel doors open and rooms available for rent,” Conboy said. “At the end of the day, we just want people to enjoy their time here,” he said.

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