Vincennes PBS will host a History Vault premiere this week featuring the Indiana Theater in Washington and its role in the community over the years.
The documentary examines the theater’s history and includes reflections from people who grew up attending movies there and were later involved in its operation.
Former co-owner Dusty Davis shared memories of his early experiences at the theater.
“I remember watching my first movie in here, just over my left shoulder. It was Karate Kid in the 80s. The original. And, I grew up coming here a lot through my teenage years,” Davis said.
Author Steven Foust, who is also featured in the documentary, reflected on the importance of the theater as a shared community space.
“Well, I think it serves as as a centerpiece, a bedrock of a community. It’s a gathering place where people can come together and at the very same time, in a darkened theater, setting shoulder to shoulder with another, group of people share a communal experience,” Foust said.
The screening will take place Wednesday at the Indiana Theater on East Main Street in Washington.
Following the documentary, Foust will take part in a discussion about his book, Under the Lights of the Halloween Moon, which focuses on growing up in Washington and memories connected to the theater.
The event begins at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free, and no pre-registration is required.
