French Village Drive-In T-Shirt (Premium Lightweight)

The French Village Drive-In in East St. Louis, Illinois, opened in 1942 as the East St. Louis Drive-In. It took the French Village name in 1958, when Bloomer Amusement Company took over. The tower had a stage and dressing rooms underneath it, and a tunnel ran from the box office to the projection booth.

In later years it added adult films. Sources give closing dates from 1984 to 1992, and about 1989 has the best support. It was demolished in 2005. The marquee sign was saved and is reported to be in storage in nearby Sauget.

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About this shirt

Our premium tee is the popular Bella+Canvas 3001. It's lighter and thinner than a traditional heavyweight tee, with a slimmer retail fit.

Size guide: true to size or a little snug. Consider ordering a size up if you're between sizes. See our size charts.

• Brand: Bella+Canvas | Product ID: 3001
• Lightweight fabric (4.2 oz/yd²), 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton on solid colors
• Heather colors are cotton and polyester blends
• Retail fit with a crew neckline
• Tear-away label