| In the past, the Warren Opera House has been used for everything from band concerts, play performances and basketball games, retail merchandise promotions and prohibition meetings. |
| The future of the opera house is bright, as we foresee using the facility for high school plays, college performances, corporate meetings, wedding dances and graduations! This multi-purpose facility will accommodate about 300 guests. The facility will be equipped with facility meeting rooms and a catering kitchen to accompany the restored theater auditorium and performing arts stage. |
| Restoration of the Warren Opera House is proposed in three phases. Phase I will include demolition, installation of fire protection, heating, cooling and plumbing. Phase II will include new lobby renovation, a new staircase, elevator, kitchenette, and general interior restoration. Finally, Phase III will complete the interior restoration and reconstruct the exterior of the building. We hope to replace cornices, mouldings and to repaint the original mural that is still faintly visible on the west facade. Total restoration funds needed are $1.2million. Currently, fund raising efforts are underway. Local support is growing, and several grants are being pursued. If you would like to support our efforts, please complete the information on the "Contact us" page. |
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Our Vision for the Future
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| Friend Historical Society Preserving the Past, Charting the Future |