The Historic Artcraft Theatre

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

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Buy tickets for movies and events
​on sale now!

Coming Soon

Schedule of movies and events coming to The Artcraft Theatre

Save-A-Seat

Contribute to the auditorium seat renovation project!

Our next movie

7 p.m., Friday and Saturday

September 20 and 21

Dancing with the Johnson County Stars

Dancing with the Johnson County Stars returns to the stage at The Historic Artcraft Theatre for two nights
This year's participating charities:
- Dog Tags
- Haven Sanctuary for Women
- Human Services
- Humane Society of Johnson County
- Johnson County Historical Society (Museum)
- Kic-It
-Rest and Restore
- Youth Connections

Presented by
Daily Journal

Other shows on sale now!

Tickets to these - and other shows - are available for purchase now. 

The Unknowns

A FREE MOVIE EVENT
No tickets required
Doors open at 5 p.m.
Patriotic Preshow at 5:30
​Film at about 6 p.m.

Thursday
September 26

Stay after the movie for special guest speaker Tomb Guard
​Alan Humbird Badge #189
Sponsored by
Swartz Family Community Mortuary

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Akzaban

2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday
September 27 & 28

Scheduled to show in 35mm film
Doors and box office open one hour prior to showtime.
Showtimes
Friday: 2 & 7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 2 & 7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by
Empower Johnson County
Reel Women / Vintage Wine

Ghost

Your $10 tickets includes your CHOICE of a glass of Mallow Run Winery wine, or a small popcorn/beverage combo

7:30 p.m., Friday
October 4

Scheduled to show in 35mm film
Doors and box office open one hour prior to showtime. All ages show. Wine served with proper I.D.
Showtimes
Friday:  7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by
Homeview Health and Rehab

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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