If the wooden dance floor sitting under the navy blue arched ceiling of the Surf Ballroom could talk, it would likely say that the music did live on at the rock 'n' roll oasis in Clear Lake, Iowa.

The walls of the green room, etched with signatures from performers, would agree. The stage has seen artists ranging from Little Richard and Roy Orbison to Alice Cooper and the Doobie Brothers.

Located on North Shore Drive, the Surf Ballroom was recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 2021, according to the venue's website.

With an expansive history, the beach-themed venue still hosts concerts and much more.

What made the Surf Ballroom famous?

A tragic accident near the Surf Ballroom thrust the venue into the history books. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

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