The Historic Artcraft Theatre

The Marquee Project of
Franklin Heritage, Inc.
A 501c3 non-profit, historic preservation organization
57 N. Main St., Franklin, IN

Audience involved stage show with a supernatural twist!
Haunted trolley ride, walking tour of Greenlawn Cemetery, and more!

Our Next Movie

2 and 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday - 2 p.m., Sunday**

October 19, 20 and 21**

Hocus Pocus

Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy
** Sunday, 2 p.m. show is an OPEN CAPTIONED showing - with American Sign Language interpreted preshow activities!
Rated PG - 1993 - 1 hour, 36 minutes -  Comedy, Family, Fantasy
A curious youngster moves to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century.
Friday and Saturday scheduled to show in 35mm film!

Sponsored by Mutual Savings Bank

Upcoming shows on sale now

Tickets to these - and other shows - are available for purchase now. 
FREE movie courtesy of
Johnson County Public Library
"At Home in Johnson County"
​film series

Bend it Like Beckham

Tuesday
October 23

No ticket required
​for this FREE showing.
Showtimes:
Doors Open:  6 p.m.
Prizes / Film: 7 p.m.

Spirits and Stage

Thursday
October 25

Sponsored by
Freddy's Frozen Custard - Franklin
Festival Country Indiana
Janette and Walt Koon
Swartz Family Mortuary

Young Frankenstein

Friday and Saturday
October 26 & 27

Scheduled to show in 35mm film!
Showtimes:
Friday:  2 & 7:30 p.m.
Saturday:  2 & 7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by
B2S Life Sciences

Plan your next visit

A trip to the Artcraft Theatre is more than a movie. It's an event. Below, you can see our full schedule, some FAQs, and a little history below.

Movie and Event Schedule

See what movies and events are on the schedule.

F.A.Q page

Need directions? Not sure what to expect? Wondering where to eat before / after the show?
​Click here for answers to our frequently asked questions.

About the Artcraft Theatre

A lot has happened since our theater was built in 1922. 
​Click here to see historic photos of the building and the restoration process.​

Franklin Heritage, Inc properties and businesses

The Historic Artcraft Theatre

625 seat, single-screen movie theatre in the heart of downtown Franklin. 
35mm preferred format since 1922!

Franklin Heritage, Inc.

Our parent organization focusing on preservation and historic restoration of Franklin's historic structures.

Madison Street Salvage

Architectural salvage, antiques,
​vintage furniture and more!
Open Thursday through Saturday 
​10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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