61-751: 33°26′55″N 112°4′45″W / 33.44861°N 112.07917°W / 33.44861; -112.07917 The Arizona Financial Theatre (formerly known as the Dodge Theatre , the Comerica Theatre and the Arizona Federal Theatre ) is a multi-use theatre in Downtown Phoenix, Arizona . The venue seats 5,000 people. Jerry Colangelo , longtime former owner of the Phoenix Suns and Arizona Diamondbacks ,
122-410: A botanical conservatory, a gazebo, a beer garden and a pedestrian shopping arcade, all of which were common features of early Phoenix architecture. The Pavilion hosts many national and cultural festivals throughout the year. The Rosson House is the cornerstone of a city block dating from the late 19th century. The house has been restored to its Victorian roots and offers tours. The Duplex, built in 1923,
183-496: A city on February 28, 1881, centered around downtown. Throughout the 1880s the newly incorporated city made many strides toward modernization with the construction of one of the first electric plants in the West as well as the opening of the horse-drawn streetcar line. The Phoenix Street Railway system was eventually electrified and expanded to several different lines that connected Downtown Phoenix to other neighborhoods and cities in
244-668: A citywide visitor and tourist center within the Downtown Phoenix Convention Center. Luhrs Building & Tower – Located on Central and Jefferson Avenue, the Luhrs Building was completed in 1924 and was Downtown's first 10-story high rise. In 1929, a second phase of the development resulted in the completion of a 14-story Art Deco tower with Spanish Colonial and Southwest influences. Both buildings have been preserved and house office, restaurants and retail businesses. Hanny's – Opened in 1947, Hanny's
305-440: A modern skyline composed of various commercial buildings began to take shape and Downtown was a dense, compact and pedestrian friendly city characterized by Victorian buildings and ground-floor retail. Post-World War II building focused heavily on suburb creation, and this, combined with the rise of the automobile and evaporative cooling, resulted in large population relocation outside of Downtown. As Phoenix began to recover from
366-411: A new Block 23 Fry's urban grocery and mixed-use high-rise will be completed in 2019. Historic Heritage Square is part of Heritage and Science Park on the east end of downtown. It encompasses the only remaining group of residential structures from the original town site of Phoenix. The Lath House Pavilion, although completed in 1980, its design is heavily influenced by combining 19th Century concepts of
427-555: A presence in downtown. Downtown Phoenix has a large sports presence. Chase Field is home to the Arizona Diamondbacks . It was the site of the Insight Bowl from 2001 to 2005 and hosted the 2006 World Baseball Classic and international soccer games. Footprint Center is home to the Phoenix Suns , Phoenix Mercury and Arizona Rattlers . The ECHL's Phoenix RoadRunners played there from 2005 to 2009. It hosted
488-531: A taped episode Collision on February 19, 2025. On September 14, 2004, Barney's Colorful World - Barney's fifth stage show and third national stage show tour was taped in March of 2004. Lorde brought her Pure Heroine Tour to the theatre on April 17, 2014, performing here in between her two shows at Coachella . Janet Jackson performed a sold-out show at the theatre on April 8, 2011, as part of her Number Ones, Up Close and Personal World Tour . She returned to
549-964: A thriving art scene. Downtown's museum and cultural attractions include the Arizona Science Center , The Wells Fargo History Museum, the Phoenix Art Museum , the Rosson House Museum, the Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center, the Children's Museum of Phoenix and the Phoenix Center for the Arts. Arizona State University , the University of Arizona , Northern Arizona University and GateWay Community College all own buildings and have
610-496: A variety of skyscrapers. Major arts and cultural institutions also call the area home. Downtown Phoenix is a center of major league sports activities, live concert events, and is an equally prominent center of banking and finance in Arizona. Regional headquarters for several major banks, including JP Morgan Chase , Wells Fargo , US Bank , Bank of America , Compass Bank and Midfirst Bank are all located within or close proximity to
671-665: Is a 40-story skyscraper at 201 North Central Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona . Opened in 1972, the building was designed by architects Welton Becket and Fred M. Guirey . The skyscraper is located in Central Avenue Corridor , an economic and residential region of Downtown Phoenix . Chase Tower was initially constructed in 1972 for Valley National Bank . In 1992, Valley National Bank lost a hostile take over by Bank One. Bank One merged with Valley National Bank in 1992. and Chase merged with Bank One in 2005. The building
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#1732791399502732-459: Is a traditional African-American enclave in the Downtown area. The main focal point is the park itself, which is the oldest in the city and originally boasted a centrally located lake and pathway. Boundaries: North of Washington Street south to Jefferson Street; 16th Street west to 12th Street Grant Park is one of 13 neighborhoods in the community of Central City South. Latino heritage and culture
793-555: Is diminutive in size with approximately 330 households. Architecture in Encanto-Palmcroft includes Spanish Colonial, Tudor Revival, Cape Cod and Monterey Revival. The proximity of this quaint Downtown Phoenix neighborhood to Encanto Park represents an approach to suburban planning referred to as "City Beautiful" that evolved in Phoenix as a highly successful achievement. It symbolized a romanticized approach to architecture and
854-523: Is home to the Phoenix Symphony . The Tucson-based Arizona Opera has staged many of its productions in Phoenix at Symphony Hall. Ballet Arizona also stages many of its productions at Symphony Hall. The Orpheum Theater originally built as a grand movie house in 1927, had undergone a 12-year, $ 14 million extensive renovation ending in 2002. The theater now stages everything from beauty pageants to Broadway shows. The Herberger Theater Center
915-616: Is number two. 44 Monroe , at 34 floors and a height of 380 feet (120 m) is Phoenix's fourth tallest. The Freeport-McMoRan Center tops out at 26 floors and is 116.7 meters (382 ft) tall. The bottom floors of the tower contain a luxury Westin hotel. The architecture of Downtown offers many examples of 20th-century architectural styles including the Beaux Arts -style Security Building and Hotel San Carlos. Art Deco design can be seen in Luhrs Tower , Hilton Garden Inn (formerly
976-458: Is overseen by the non-profit Roosevelt Row Community Development Corporation. With a mix of single-family homes and infill mid-rise developments, this neighborhood serves as a vibrant and arts-focused transitional area between the dense core and surrounding historic districts. Boundaries: McDowell Road south to Fillmore Street; Seventh Street west to Central Avenue Emerging businesses, community gardens and thriving programs for adults and youths are
1037-802: Is strong in Grant Park, and is home to Friendly House Inc., which has served new immigrants since 1915; American Legion Post 41, the first Legion to allow Hispanics as members after World War II; El Portal Restaurant; St. Mary's Catholic Church, which is on the Hispanic historical registry; Grant Park Community Garden; La Canasta Mexican Restaurant and the Grant Park Community Center, famous for its "Midnight Basketball Classic" and other youth programs. Boundaries: Grant Street south to Buckeye Road; Central Avenue west to Seventh Avenue The Evans-Churchill neighborhood sits directly adjacent to
1098-589: Is the central business district (CBD) of the City of Phoenix, Arizona , United States. It is in the heart of the Phoenix metropolitan area or Valley of the Sun. Phoenix, being the county seat of Maricopa County and the capital of Arizona, serves as the center of politics, justice and government on the local, state and federal levels. The area is a major center of employment for the region, with many financial, legal, and other national and international corporations housed in
1159-552: Is the youngest of the homes on the block. Its sleeping porches constructed with canvas and wood panels, let in the cool evening desert air. The Carriage House is located in the center of the Square. It was built as a mule barn for the Teeter House in 1899. The Silva House, a bungalow with neoclassical revival influences, was built in 1900. The Rose and Crown, an English Pub, now occupies this historical home. The Bouvier-Teeter House
1220-622: The 2008 Super Bowl , many of the major NFL events were held on the streets of Downtown Phoenix, showcasing to audiences how the city had transformed its downtown into a lively, thriving community full of creative energy and opportunity. The construction of Phoenix's light rail system has stemmed major development projects in Downtown Phoenix along the Central Avenue corridor. Downtown Phoenix has many points of interest, including museums, sports venues, performing arts venues and
1281-728: The Arizona Center and, most notably, in the crown of the Phoenix City Hall Building. The recent trend of urban living has led to the conversion of the 1930s-era Phoenix Title and Trust building to condominiums called Orpheum Lofts; as well as the newly built residential towers 44 Monroe . Taylor Place, two 13-story towers which serve as the new residential community of the Downtown campus of Arizona State University, opened in August 2008. A 19-story, 320 room Courtyard and Residence Inn by Marriott opened May 2017 and
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#17327913995021342-503: The Great Recession , interest in re-energizing the urban core skyrocketed. In contrast to the pre-recession construction boom in the Phoenix area which primarily focused on the construction of low density communities and suburban office complexes, the most recent boom has been heavily focused on Central Phoenix, with the construction of higher density development, and a renewed interest in local business, bioscience , education, and
1403-657: The 1940s, with architectural styles ranging from Spanish Colonial Revival and Tudor to craftsman bungalows and ranch-style homes. This historic Downtown Phoenix neighborhood is named for Francis Quarles Story, who sold wool in Boston and citrus in Los Angeles before expanding to the Salt River Valley of Arizona. Though never a resident of Phoenix, Story is credited for building the Grand Avenue thoroughfare and
1464-471: The 2 million mark in attendance in 2009. Live Nation began operating the venue in 2007. The theater's name was first changed in October 2010 after Comerica Bank acquired the naming rights. On December 18, 2019, the theatre was renamed to Arizona Federal Theatre, as Arizona Federal Credit Union owned the naming rights. On July 11, 2022, the theatre was renamed once again to Arizona Financial Theatre after
1525-488: The 2010 WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and the 2015 NFL Honors . It is also a venue for Broadway and family stage shows that play the Phoenix area, and in the theater's first few years the Arizona edition of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular took place at the venue. On November 19, 2024, it was announced that All Elite Wrestling would hold a live episode of Dynamite along with
1586-594: The City Beautiful movement of planning, the Palmcroft and Encanto Districts were developed starting in the late 1920s. With winding lanes, tree-lined streets, lush landscaping and nearby Encanto Park, this neighborhood resembles more of an English suburb than a Phoenician neighborhood. The district contains many larger, period revival manors, marking a time when it was a getaway from the hustle and bustle of early city life. The Encanto-Palmcroft historic neighborhood
1647-557: The Downtown Core and is home to Roosevelt Row — the nationally recognized arts district that hosts First Fridays. Since 1994 this monthly event has grown to become the largest monthly artwalk in the United States. Increasing interest in this area has prompted Roosevelt Row to becoming more pedestrian-friendly and it is supportive of small local independent businesses that give downtown Phoenix character. The area's development
1708-574: The Downtown Core. The core offers easy access to restaurants, retail and cultural attractions as the true urban center in the Valley. Boundaries: Fillmore Street south to Pacific Railroad; Seventh Street west to Third Avenue Grand Avenue's diagonal course breaks up Phoenix's grid and is dominated by local businesses, art studios, converted warehouses, bars, restaurants and restored storefronts. Boundaries: McDowell Road south to Van Buren Street; Seventh Avenue west to 19th Avenue The Eastlake Park neighborhood
1769-517: The NBA All-Star game on February 15, 2009. Downtown Phoenix has hosted many major sporting events in recent years. Downtown was the site of the 2015 Super Bowl XLIX Central and NFL Experience, which drew over one million people to the city center. In March 2017, Phoenix hosted the 2017 NCAA Final Four Championship , drawing over 400,000 people to Margaret T. Hance Park and other associated downtown entertainment venues. Phoenix Symphony Hall
1830-734: The Professional Building and the Hotel Monroe) and the Orpheum Lofts. International Style was popular from the 1960s to the 1980s and prime examples include Chase Tower and U.S. Bank Center. The short-lived brutalist style has only one example in downtown Phoenix in the Wells Fargo Plaza . Post modern , with its return to architectural ornamentation, can be seen in the Bank of America Tower , both towers at
1891-409: The Valley. Independence Day of 1887 heralded the arrival first Southern Pacific train. This opened up the economy of the young city, as goods now flowed in and out by train as opposed to wagon. As Phoenix became the center of commerce in the territory, the capital was moved to Phoenix. After Arizona was granted statehood in 1912, the growth of Phoenix exploded from the downtown epicenter. By the 1930s,
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1952-405: The area. The City of Phoenix defines Downtown as the area between 7th Street and 7th Avenue, from McDowell Road on the north to Buckeye Road on the south. However, the majority of downtown development is concentrated in the smaller area surrounding the intersection of Washington Street and Central Avenue (which is the point of origin of Phoenix street addresses and numbering). West of 7th Avenue,
2013-544: The arts. Spurred by Arizona State University 's quickly developing Downtown Campus and a new Convention Center , Downtown Phoenix has quickly transformed into an attractive place for businesses. Areas such as Lower Grand , Roosevelt, and the Warehouse District have seen a massive investment in art, adaptive reuse , and local restaurants. In February 2015 , the Super Bowl was held in Arizona and, unlike
2074-746: The building and grounds were placed onto the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. Chase Field – Opened in 1998, Chase Field is the first stadium built in the U.S. with a retractable roof over natural grass and is the home of the Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball team. Alwun House – Home of the Alwun House Foundation, this historic building located in the Garfield neighborhood serves as a nonprofit alternative/contemporary art gallery. The foundation
2135-409: The building for $ 107.5 million. As of July 2021, Chase was in the process of vacating the building as most employees have been transferred to Chase's new corporate campus in (east suburban) Tempe . The last employees were expected to transition to the new location by September 30, 2021. At that point, the building stood empty. No future plans for the tower have been announced. As of November 1, 2021,
2196-439: The facility seats up to 5,000 people. Opening in 2017, The Van Buren is Phoenix’s newest concert venue. Originally opened by valley theater owner Charlie Levy and bought out by Live Nation in 2021. Downtown has two main visitor and information centers. Downtown Phoenix, located at 2 E. Washington Street runs Downtown's Business Improvement District and is open daily Monday – Saturday, 8:00am – 8:00pm. Visit Phoenix operates
2257-767: The first "streetcar suburbs," Roosevelt has remained a vital community to the city's past, present, and future. It lies bounded by Central Avenue and 7th Avenue from McDowell to Fillmore and is peppered with buildings and homes of architectural significance. It is a true urban neighborhood, with a walkable scale, close proximity to public transportation, and friendly neighborhood cafes and local businesses. Greater Coronado consists of three neighborhoods — Historic Coronado, Country Club Park and Brentwood — and includes over 5,000 households and hundreds of businesses. Centrally located near both State Road 51 and Interstate 10, single-family homes feature architectural styles ranging from California Bungalow and Spanish Colonial Revival to ranches and
2318-451: The first hotel in Phoenix with evaporative cooling. The site was previously the location of the first school house in Phoenix. Major celebrities have stayed in the hotel, including Betty Grable, Mae West, Clark Gable and Marilyn Monroe. The hotel now has 12 suites named in honor of its famous visitors and remains a working hotel. The Heard Building – When completed in 1920, the Heard building
2379-423: The first survey of the new town, streets were laid out in a grid, with Washington Street as the main east–west thoroughfare. The north–south streets originally bore Native American tribal names, but were changed to more easily remembered numbers, with everything east of Center Street (later Central Avenue ) named as streets and everything west as avenues. The town continued to grow, and was eventually incorporated as
2440-501: The ground floor, access to the tower is through an underground restaurant/retail concourse set a comparatively large distance away from the bordering streets. The building was designed by the prominent Los Angeles architectural firm Welton Becket and Associates (now Ellerbe Becket ), with local associate architects Guirey, Srnka, Arnold & Sprinkle . It was built by the Henry C. Beck Company (now The Beck Group ). Upon completion,
2501-760: The hallmarks of this close-knit neighborhood located south of Chase Field. Attractions include Bentley Projects, the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, Central Park Neighborhood Community Center, The Levine Machine and Phoenix Day Child & Family Center, which has served the community since 1915. Central Park Phoenix is one of 13 neighborhoods in the Central City South Community. Boundaries: Lincoln Street south to Buckeye Road; 7th Street west to Central Avenue The quaint F.Q. Story neighborhood consists of over 600 households, most built between 1920 through
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2562-528: The highest price paid for an office building in Phoenix. The owners took out a $ 198.5 million loan on the property in 2007, on which it subsequently defaulted. The building was featured in the History Channel series, Life After People . In May 2018, a partnership managed by Wentworth Property Company acquired the building out of foreclosure for $ 79 million, less than half of its 2007 sale price. Less than six months later, Vincent Viola purchased
2623-517: The historic State Capitol building and the more recent Executive Office Building immediately west. In 1870, a meeting was held to select a town site for the influx of pioneers coming to the recently recognized town of Phoenix. 320 acres were purchased for $ 50 raised by popular subscription. This original site, the whole of the town of Phoenix in that day, encompasses what would presently be the Downtown Core, bordered by Van Buren Street south to Jackson Street, and Seventh Street to Seventh Avenue. With
2684-532: The houses tend to "look towards each other," reinforcing a sense of community. Boundaries: Encanto Boulevard south to McDowell Road; Seventh Avenue west to 15th Avenue Honored with the first distinction of historical designation in the City of Phoenix, the Roosevelt Neighborhood has a history that is rich and deep. From its architectural milestones still visible today, its importance in Phoenix's original booming tourist trade, and its role as one of
2745-456: The largest limestone sheathed building in Arizona. Maricopa County Courthouse (Historic City Hall) – The existing building served as the City Hall from 1928 to 1994 when the "New" City Hall was completed across the street. The building is an excellent example of Renaissance Revival architecture. The San Carlos – Constructed in 1927, The San Carlos hotel opened its doors on March 19, 1928, as
2806-598: The majority of office buildings, especially along Washington, house various agencies and departments of the state government of Arizona, and that area up to 19th Avenue is generally considered the Arizona State Capitol Complex. Washington itself splits off at 15th Avenue, with westbound traffic continuing on Adams Street and eastbound traffic on Jefferson. Those streets, and 17th Avenue, are the boundaries of Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza , with
2867-557: The occasional modern re-do. Boundaries: Thomas Road south to Interstate 10; State Road 51 west to Seventh Street Developed from 1883 to 1955, Garfield Historic District contains nearly 800 households and contains primarily modest bungalows, Period Revival homes and the city's largest concentration of "pyramid cottages." Before becoming a residential community Garfield was part of an extensive agricultural tract. Boundaries: Roosevelt Street south to Van Buren Street; 16th Street west to Seventh Street Willo Historic District has been voted one of
2928-409: The rebranding of Arizona Federal Credit Union into Arizona Financial Credit Union . The theatre is probably best recognized as the stage for the comedy movie Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie . In addition to this, George Lopez 's most recent HBO Special, America's Mexican , was aired live at the venue. Rock group Chickenfoot recorded their live album Get Your Buzz On there and it also hosted
2989-765: The subsequent streetcar line. Boundaries: McDowell Road south to Roosevelt Street; Seventh Avenue west to 17th Avenue Located just south of the Downtown Core and north of Central City South, the Phoenix Warehouse District was the location of early Phoenix's agricultural shipping, historic Chinatown, rail yard and produce distribution centers. The area's remaining period buildings have been top targets for adaptive reuse and are home to several technological and creative-type businesses. Boundaries: Jackson Street south to Grant Street; 7th Street west to 7th Avenue Chase Tower (Phoenix) Chase Tower (formerly known as Valley Bank Center and Bank One Center )
3050-414: The theatre on October 19, 2015, as part of her Unbreakable World Tour . Lana Del Rey performed her first show in Arizona at the theatre on April 15, 2014, as part of her Paradise Tour . Latin singer Yuridia performed here on November 21, 2012, as part of her Para Mí Tour. Troye Sivan has performed shows here for both his Suburbia Tour and Bloom Tour. Downtown Phoenix Downtown Phoenix
3111-469: The top 10 cottage communities in the United States. Bike-friendly and walk-able to light rail, businesses and cultural attractions, Willo was once considered suburban, and predominantly home to those interested in agricultural pursuits. It's still known for its lush greenery. Boundaries: Thomas Road south to McDowell Road; First Avenue west to Seventh Avenue Light rail, growing academic campuses and renewed demand for urban living has supercharged development in
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#17327913995023172-427: The tower marked the beginning of a renewed investment in downtown Phoenix that would last for almost twenty years until the savings and loan crisis brought about the 1989 real estate crash. Located at 201 North Central Avenue, the tower was renovated in 2003 to accommodate 800 additional Bank One employees. In March 2007, CRZ Phoenix, LLC, an affiliate of Crystal River Capital, acquired the property for $ 166.9 million,
3233-503: The upper floors. The tower takes up an entire city block. The footprint is similar to a 3 leaf clover and its stem. The stem is the narrow elevator core on the southern facade. It has a rough, concrete texture and is the tallest portion of the tower. The remaining exterior is a glass panel curtain wall. The west leaf, or wing, stands at 34 floors, followed by the north wing at 38 floors, and the east wing at 36 floors. Unlike many traditional skyscrapers with zero- setback retail/lobby space on
3294-604: Was Downtown's tallest structure and was financed by Dwight B. Heard, a finance and publishing executive. Since completion, it has housed the Arizona Republic newspaper, a radio station and many office and ground-floor restaurant tenants. St. Mary's Basilica – Built in Romanesque/Mission Revival style, St. Mary's Basilica is the oldest Catholic parish in Phoenix and the second oldest church in Phoenix. Construction began in its first phase in 1880 and
3355-522: Was built in 1899. It is now a Victorian Tea Room. The Baird Machine Shop was a commercial structure when it was built in 1929. It is now home to Pizzeria Bianco , which has been named by various sources as the best Pizza in America. The Thomas House was moved to block 15, of Historic Heritage Square in the 1980s to save the home from demolition. This 1909 neoclassical styled building houses Bar Bianco, an adjunct to Pizzeria Bianco. The Stevens-Haustgen House
3416-642: Was built in 1901 as a rental property. The building is significant for its representation of the historic California bungalow style built around the turn of the 20th century. Downtown and Central Phoenix are home to several historic neighborhoods ranging from turn-of-the-20th-century Victorian to mid-20th-century modern architecture. Some of them, like the Willo and Encanto-Palmcroft districts, are more established and in demand, while others are still redeveloping. The better-known districts include Coronado, Roosevelt, Encanto-Palmcroft, FQ Story and Willo. Rooted firmly in
3477-405: Was built in 1989, has three stages and is home to 3 resident companies: Actors Theater, Arizona Theater Company and Center Dance Ensemble. The Arizona Financial Theatre , a Live Nation venue, is a state of the art entertainment venue designed specifically for concerts, Broadway shows, family stage shows, and boxing. Originally known as Dodge Theatre before the primary sponsorship changed in 2010,
3538-470: Was one of the original investors. The facility, designed by Dan Meis of NBBJ , was designed to fill the need for performers that don't need a huge sports stadium, but are too large for the smaller, intimate venues. Construction began in September 2000 with CORE Construction as general contractor. It opened in the spring of 2002 as part of the ongoing redevelopment efforts in Downtown Phoenix, and reached
3599-562: Was renamed in December 2005. At 483 ft (147 m), Chase Tower is the tallest building in Arizona . Chase Tower is on 201 North Central Avenue, in the Central Avenue Corridor region of Downtown Phoenix . Chase Tower is 40 stories tall, but the highest occupiable floor is the 38th. At one time there was a public observation area on the 39th floor in the Chase Tower, but it was closed during redevelopment and construction on
3660-487: Was the number one location for men's clothing and fashion until closure in 1986. The building now houses an upscale restaurant and cocktail bar. The Professional Building (Hilton Garden Inn) – Built in 1932 as the headquarters for Valley Bank and the Maricopa County Medical Society, the building provided Phoenix's first medical offices until the bank took over the entire building in 1939. It is
3721-400: Was the recipient of a 2013 Governor's Arts Award in the community category. Over twenty-five high-rise buildings ranging up to 40 stories tall pierce the skyline. Three of the five tallest skyscrapers in the state of Arizona are in Downtown Phoenix. Chase Tower , at 40 stories and a height of 483 feet (147 m), is the tallest. U.S. Bank Center 's 31 floors and 407 feet (124 m) tall
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