| Reflections of the Past . . . Preserving for the Future |
It is the mission of the Augusta Arts Council to preserve the Augusta Historic Theatre and to maintain and enhance its entertainment, historical and architectural value to the community. The Theatre recently completed a large restoration project. The Augusta Theatre was awarded a Save America's Treasures matching grant for $148,000. Matching donations were generously given! The following restoration projects were completed:
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Replacement of theatre carpeting
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Restoration and respacing of theatre seating
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Restoration of both theatre murals
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Replacement of broken black glass on front exterior of theatre
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Repairing plaster work and repairing/replacing of damaged ceiling tiles
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Painting
The list is endless in the upkeep of this beautiful Art Deco movie theatre. We need to tuck point exterior walls, new curtains are needed, the A/C units will need to replaced or rebuilt in the near future, etc. Please think about donating to the upkeep of this 75 year old piece of history!
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ALSO, the digital age is here. 35mm film will soon be a thing of the past. The Theatre will need to acquire digital & 3D projection if it is to remain open. The price tag is $85,000.............we have raised over $16,000.
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WE NEED YOUR HELP
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Please help keep the doors to this beautiful, 1935 Art Deco movie palace open!
Contributions to the Digital or Renovation Fund should be sent to:
Augusta Arts Council/Historic Theatre White Eagle Credit Union
P.O. Box 561 has a fund set up for the Digital Equipment also!
Augusta, KS 67010
The Augusta Arts Council has an annual drive to solicit yearly gifts from all constituents to enable the Arts Council to present quality, varied artistic programming while continuing to maintain and restore Augusta's architectural centerpiece . . . the Augusta Historic Theatre. The Augusta Arts Council hosts annual programs and theatre events such as the Bugs Bunny Club, art exhibits, live theatre productions, children's theatre and much more. The Augusta Historic Theatre is also available for class reunions and guided tours.
"What makes the Augusta Historic Theatre special to you?"
Please participate in our survey below!
| Do Your Part by Becoming a Member, Sponsor or Volunteer |
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Please reflect on the past and help preserve for the future by becoming an Augusta Arts Council Member. If you are already a member, please consider increasing the amount of your tax-deductible contribution.
Any contribution of $25 or more entitles the member to receive the AAC Newsletter and a free popcorn at the movies in our beautiful historic theatre.
If you would like to make a contribution or would like to be a corporate sponsor, please send your contribution to the Augusta Arts Council at PO Box 561, Augusta, KS, 67010-0561. Please make checks payable to: AAC 2005 Membership.
The Augusta Arts Council is a non-profit organization supported by membership dues, gifts from individuals, businesses, corporations and grants.
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$25 to $49
Friend
$50 to $299
Patron
$300 to $499
Sponsor
$500 to $999
Benefactor
$1,000 to $4,999
Director
$5,000 & above
Producer
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There are also volunteer programs for those who want to become more involved with the Augusta Historic Theatre. The Augusta Arts Council also asks movie-goers to consider the Augusta Historic Theatre as their first choice in theatres.
What makes the Augusta Historic Theatre special to you?
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