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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​on sale now!

Coming Soon

Schedule of movies and events coming to The Artcraft Theatre

Save-A-Seat

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Our next movie

Showing as part of Franklin's Ethos Celebration of the Arts!
Celebrating artistic and culturally significant films from Japan - home of Franklin's sister city Kuji, Japan. All showing in 35mm film!

2 p.m., Saturday August 24

Spirited Away

7:30 p.m., Saturday August 24

Akira

Sponsored by
" ... And Sewing is Half the Battle!"
​Discover Downtown Franklin

Other shows on sale now!

Tickets to these - and other shows - are available for purchase now. 
Ethos Celebration of the Arts weekend
Three films celebrating the creativity and influence of Japan's filmmakers.

Spirited Away

2 p.m., Saturday
August 24

Showing in 35mm film - English dubbed
Sponsored by
"... And Sewing is Half the Battle!"
and
Discover Downtown Franklin
Ethos Celebration of the Arts weekend
Three films celebrating the creativity and influence of Japan's filmmakers.

Akira

7:30 p.m., Saturday
August 24

Scheduled to show in 35mm film - English dub (1989 Streamline)
Print provided by UCLA Film and TV archives
Sponsored by
"... And Sewing is Half the Battle!"
and
Discover Downtown Franklin

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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