The Historic Artcraft Theatre

07/17/2026

Our Summer Break series continues at 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 21 with "Monster House."
All Tuesday 10 a.m. tickets are $6 and include your movie ticket, small popcorn, and small soda!
Doors open at 9 a.m. for the 10 a.m. show!
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>> All tickets for Tuesday, 10 a.m. Summer Break titles are $6 and include a small beverage / popcorn combo.
🎟️🎟️🎟️ Get your tickets at the door or online now at https://bit.ly/THATsb26MH
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The Artcraft Theatre is located in downtown Franklin, Indiana at 57 N. Main St., Franklin - about halfway between Indianapolis and Columbus, Indiana. Make a day of your visit and experience Franklin's local shopping, restaurants, and activities near the theater.
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PLUS - Johnson County Public Library-Indiana bookmobile, JCPL on Wheels is scheduled to be on site from 9 - 10 a.m.!
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Thanks to our sponsors:
Johnson County Community Foundation
Franklin Parks & Recreation
Franklin Community Schools

July 21 - Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. - On sale for members 6/10; on sale for the general public on 6/17 at 1 p.m. Tuesday morning Summer Break Series tickets are six dollars and include a small popcorn/soda combo. What it is: During the Halloween season, a trio of teens discover that the creepy house in....

07/16/2026

See what Turner Classic Movies: TCM Ben Mankiewicz has to say about "Ma and Pa Kettle at Home" then join us at 2 & 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, July 17 and 18 at The Artcraft.
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Thanks to our weekend sponsors Harold and Cathy Sisson
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"The Ozark farmers try to clean up their act to help their son win ...

07/16/2026

If you're visiting us for tonight's Wild Geese Bookshop author event, here is the lowdown on the showdown.
Have fun tonight!

07/16/2026

Wanna be in a movie?
Help our friends at Pigasus Pictures for their latest release!

07/16/2026

Tickets for today's Senior Series showing of "Ma and Pa Kettle At Home" will be distributed when doors open at 12:30.
Prizes at 1:30, and film by 2.
This FREE showing is for those 55-and-over only. Tickets courtesy of Swartz Family Community Mortuary & Memorial Center
Popcorn and small beverage included courtesy of Astral at Franklin
Traditional showings of "Ma at Pa Kettle At Home" will be held at 2 and 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday

07/16/2026

The Senior Series continues at The Artcraft Theatre with Thursday's 1:30 p.m. showing of "Ma and Pa Kettle At Home." Tickets will be distributed at the theater when doors open for the show at 12:30.
This event is open and free to anyone 55 years or older courtesy of Swartz Family Community Mortuary & Memorial Center. Your free admission also comes with a free small popcorn / beverage combo courtesy of Astral at Franklin.
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Learn more about the series and see what's next at https://bit.ly/SeniorTHAT
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Traditional showings of "Ma and Pa Kettle At Home" continue July 17 and 18.

07/15/2026

This week in Artcraft history ... the June 17, 1949 issue of the Franklin Evening Star noted former Franklin College student Marjorie Main was returning to the big screen as Ma Kettle in a showing at The Artcraft.
Some things never change ... we'll be showing the 1954 release "Ma and Pa Kettle at Home" at 2 and 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, July 17 and 18 at Franklin's Historic Artcraft Theatre. Tix at the door or online.
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Our 103 year history stays alive through your support. Buying tickets, concessions, and donations help keep the doors open for all generations to enjoy The Artcraft. You can help keep the theater doors open for the next generation by considering a a financial contribution today at https://bit.ly/FHIGFund

07/14/2026

If you're visiting for tonight's Wild Geese Bookshop event, here is some info on the evening ...

07/14/2026

Another round of BINGO night takes place Tuesday, July 21 at The Artcraft Theatre - 57 N. Main St., Franklin, IN - with the chance to win more than $1,000 in cash and prizes!
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Doors open at 5:30 with games starting at 7 p.m. A variety of cash, gift cards and other prizes available. $20.00 for a 6 face card/10 games, plus a bonus game. There will also be a 50/50 raffle. The Artcraft has theater seating, so we recommend you bring your own clipboard and a dauber. Clipboards and daubers will be available for purchase, as well. There is limited table seating available, for $30, including the cost of the game. 🍺🍷🍿Concessions and bar will be open for the evening.
🍕🍕🍕PLUS - Greek's Greek's Pizzeria and Tapproom will have small personal pizzas available in the theater lobby!
👉Please note: No outside food, beverages, or beverage containers (sealed or empty) will be permitted.
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Tickets can be purchased in advance at the theater box office, during show-times, or at the door the night of the event.
See all dates for the 2026 Bingo season at https://bit.ly/BingoFHI
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Gaming license 15532 / Reference number 161652
- This event is 18 and over only

Get ready for a night of fun with BINGO at The Historic Artcraft Theatre in Franklin, Indiana.

07/14/2026

Doors open at 9 a.m. for today's 10 a.m. Summer Break showing of "Babe."
All tickets for our Tuesday 10 a.m. Summer Break titles are just $6 and include a small popcorn and beverage. Get yours at the door, or online now at https://bit.ly/THATsb26_BABE
>>This year we will also have auditorium concessions open to help move lines along.