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By 1912, Conklin envisioned hosting performances for thousands. He excavated and constructed a massive outdoor stage with a semi-circular seating area for approximately 3,000 spectators, separated from the stage by a moat filled with water—creating a dramatic open-air theater unlike any other. Inside the mansion, the interior was extensively customized to support this entertainment vision: a grand central hall, the heart of the house, featured a balcony to accommodate live music and speeches, complemented by an organ and a towering fireplace designed to fill the vast space with warmth and sound.