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A campaign to "Save the Rialto" for future generations as a performing arts center was initiated by Dorothy Mavrich, president of the Rialto Square Arts Association - now the Cultural Arts Council of the Joliet Area.
"Save the Rialto" involved the entire community. With the assistance of local businessman, Christo Dragatsis, support was sought from city, state and federal officials. Former State Representative, LeRoy Van Duyne, was instrumental in obtaining the necessary funds for purchase of the properties.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Rialto is a not-for-profit organization under the direction of the Rialto Square Theatre Corporation. The Will County Metropolitan Exposition and Auditorium Authority is at the helm of the Rialto Square properties.
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