The Historic Artcraft Theatre | Franklin, Indiana
  • Movies / Events
    • Movie and Events Schedule
    • Bingo Nights
    • Swartz Family Mortuary - Senior Movie Series
    • Summer Break -Tuesday morning movies!
    • Secret Garden Walk June 28 & 29, 2025
    • Missoula Children's Theatre - June 9-14, 2025
  • Membership
  • Volunteer
    • Apply Now!
    • The A-Teens
    • Current Volunteers
  • About
    • Share Your Story
    • Open Jobs
    • 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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Summer Break Series
A Little Princess
10 a.m., Tuesday
June 24
(Doors ~ 60 minutes prior to showtime)​
 All Summer Break series tickets are $6 and include a small popcorn/soda combo!​
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1995  - 1 hour, 48 minutes
Rating: G
Drama, Family, Fantasy


Summer Break series sponsored by:  
Johnson County Community Foundation
Franklin Parks and Recreation
Franklin Community Schools


Don't miss the JCPL on wheels Bookmobile at the theater from 9-10 a.m.!​
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Staff Picks Series
Good Will Hunting

7:30 p.m., Wednesday
June 25
(Doors ~ 60 minutes prior to showtime)​
Selected by staff member Scott Anderson of Madison Street Salvage
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1997 - 2 hours and 6 minutes
Rating: R
Drama, Romance

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Sponsored by:  
Henn, Haworth + Page
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Knit at Night Series
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants

7 p.m., Thursday
June 26
(Doors ~ 60 minutes prior to showtime)​​
Bring your knitting, needlepoint and other crafts to work on while you watch!​
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2005 - 1 hour, 59 minutes
Rating: PG
Comedy, Drama, Romance

Sponsored by:
The Knitting Otter

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Secret Garden Walk
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
June 28 and 29
BUY TICKETS
Take a stroll through some of Franklin's finest backyard gardens! Check in at The Historic Artcraft Theatre then walk (or drive) to see some of the most beautiful greenery in Franklin.

Sponsored by:  
Vintage Whimsy
Restoration Landscape
The City of Franklin


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
    • Summer Break -Tuesday morning movies!
    • Secret Garden Walk June 28 & 29, 2025
    • Missoula Children's Theatre - June 9-14, 2025
  • Membership
  • Volunteer
    • Apply Now!
    • The A-Teens
    • Current Volunteers
  • About
    • Share Your Story
    • Open Jobs
    • 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