The Historic Artcraft Theatre | Franklin, Indiana
  • Movies / Events
    • Movie and Events Schedule
    • Bingo Nights
    • Swartz Family Mortuary - Senior Movie Series
  • Membership
  • Volunteer
    • Apply Now!
    • Current Volunteers
  • About
    • Share Your Story
    • Megan Elaine - Megan's View of The Room
    • F.A.Q / GETTING HERE
    • Renovation
    • Private events and field trips
    • Franklin Heritage, Inc.
    • Madison Street Salvage
    • IN THE NEWS
  • Make a Donation
    • Post and Lintel Society
  • Contact
  • BUY TICKETS
  • GIFT CARDS

The Historic Artcraft Theatre

The Marquee Project of
Franklin Heritage, Inc.
A 501c3 non-profit, historic preservation organization
57 N. Main St., Franklin, Indiana
In-person theater  office hours: 12:30-5 p.m., Wednesday - Friday
Mailing address: 48 E. Madison St., Franklin, IN, 46131

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Coming soon to The Artcraft Theatre

VIEW OUR CURRENT SCHEDULE
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Fried Green Tomatoes
7:30 p.m.,
Friday

November 14
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(Doors ~ 60 minutes prior to showtime)
Scheduled to show on 35mm film
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2 hours, 10 minutes
1991, Rated PG-13
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Starring: Kathy Bates, Jessica Tandy, Mary Stuart Masteron, Mary-Louise Parker


Sponsored by:  
Blythe Passantino
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Admission is just one canned or non-perishable good
Cartoons for Cans

11 a.m. - 2 p.m.,
Friday and Saturday,

November 15
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(Doors ~ 60 minutes prior to showtime)
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Scheduled to show on 35mm film
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Approximately 45 minutes
-Six classic WB cartoons
Not Rated

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tarring: Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Foghorn Leghorn

Two different showings of classic Warner Bros. cartoons exhibited on 35mm film. Each show will be introduced by Franklin Community High School comedy group SCRAM!

W
e encourage fans of all ages to enjoy the antics of  and more while also supporting the Interchurch Food Pantry of Johnson County in their mission to alleviate hunger in our community.

Tickets are only available at the door immediately prior to the show.

Sponsored by:  
Huddleston and Huddleston
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Reservoir Dogs
7:30 p.m.,
Saturday,

November 15
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(Doors ~ 60 minutes prior to showtime)
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1 hour, 39 minutes
1992, Rated R
Crime, Action, Drama

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Starring: Harvey Keitel, Tim Roth, Michael Madsen, Steve Buscemi

Sponsored by:  
Henn, Haworth + Page
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Bingo Night
7 p.m.,Tuesday,
November 18
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(Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
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Enjoy a fun night of BINGO at the Artcraft. Admission is $20 and includes a six-face card. Ten games plus at least one bonus game.
Additional cards will be $5.
18-and-over only.
Concessions stand and bar will be open!


Limited table seating will be available.
Tickets will be available in person at the Artcraft office or at the doors on the day of the event.
​Gaming license 15532
Reference number 161652


Sponsored by:  
Humana

All 7:30 p.m.  Friday and Saturday shows begin with an approximate 15 minute preshow with giveaways!
ALL regular series shows include a classic cartoon and a national anthem reel!
Yes- we DO have a bar serving beer, wine, and limited cocktails. It is open for evening shows and events!

Outside food, drink, or containers are not allowed. Thank you.

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.
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Movie and Event Schedule

See what movies and events are on the schedule.
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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.
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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.​
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Memberships are available now! A great way to support the theater and get a little something for yourself!
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Gift card purchases are great options to plan your next visit!
Buy for a friend, or keep one for yourself!
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Madison Street Salvage - owned and operated by Franklin Heritage, Inc., has an online shop - Buy now, pickup later!

Franklin Heritage, Inc properties and businesses

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The Historic Artcraft Theatre

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

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

Architectural salvage, antiques,
​vintage furniture and more!

Open seven days a week - Monday through Saturday 
​10 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Sunday 1-5 p.m.
CONTACT US
57 N Main St, Franklin, IN 46131 • (317) 736-6823

Franklin Heritage, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) historic preservation group that owns and operates The Historic Artcraft Theatre.

  • Movies / Events
    • Movie and Events Schedule
    • Bingo Nights
    • Swartz Family Mortuary - Senior Movie Series
  • Membership
  • Volunteer
    • Apply Now!
    • Current Volunteers
  • About
    • Share Your Story
    • Megan Elaine - Megan's View of The Room
    • F.A.Q / GETTING HERE
    • Renovation
    • Private events and field trips
    • Franklin Heritage, Inc.
    • Madison Street Salvage
    • IN THE NEWS
  • Make a Donation
    • Post and Lintel Society
  • Contact
  • BUY TICKETS
  • GIFT CARDS