114-year-old building restored under direction of Honeywell Foundation
WABASH, Ind.—The Honeywell Foundationis proud to announce that the Eagles Theatre is just weeks away from re-opening. Located in downtown Wabash, Indiana, Eagles has been under renovation for more than two years — a project that has transformed the 114-year-old building.
Originally constructed in 1906, the Eagles Theatre entertained crowds with energetic vaudeville performances. With the re-opening, Eagles will offer visitors from all over the region an opportunity to see live performances, watch a movie, or attend a special event in a truly unique setting.
The four-story renovated arts and entertainment facility will feature two theaters – the original Eagles Theatre and the new Ferguson Theatre. The 560-seat Eagles Theatre combines nostalgia with modern upgrades and amenities. The historical integrity of the 114-year-old theater has been maintained while adding comfortable seating, private upper balcony suites, and state-of-the-art projection, sound and lighting. The Eagles Theatre will offer movie showings and live concerts and performances.
The Ferguson Theatre, located on the lower level, is a new addition to the building. The 50-seat movie theater will offer first-run movies as well as sensory-friendly showings, independent films, student showcases, and more.
The top floor of Eagles will feature the Parkview Ballroom, one of the more extensive features of the renovation. As one of the original rooms of the 1906 construction, the elegant event space has been restored to its former glory with hand-painted ceilings and other intricate details and features. Full catering is available, making the Ballroom a perfect place for weddings, receptions, corporate meetings, and other special events and celebrations.
Additional floors of Eagles will house several conference rooms available for rental, music lesson rooms, and media arts classrooms where students will learn audio and video production and editing.
During the month of March, Eagles will host several preview opportunities to experience special movies and live performances. Kicking off these offerings, is a very special performance by Wabash’s own, Crystal Gayleon Saturday, Feb. 29. A full list of the special March preview events is available atEaglesTheatre.com.
“We’re grateful for the partners and support that have helped us breathe new life into this incredible structure. Our goal is to provide a space where there’s something for everyone, whether it’s entertainment, arts, events, or education,” said Tod Minnich, President/CEO of The Honeywell Foundation. “We are proud of what Eagles brings to the region and we can’t wait to share this incredible renovation with our community and beyond.”
This sounds wonderful. Been waiting since construction started to be able to see all that has been put into this building plus I’m eager to watch some of the performances, shows, and all that it will offer thank you wabash
Can’t wait to see the finished theatre.
I am 68 years old and as a young man I grew up in Wabash. My fondest memories are going to the Eagles theater on Saturday to watch movies. Popcorn was a dime and a drink was a quarter. I look forward to seeing the New Eagles. Thanks for keeping it for future children.
WABASH has been been blessed to have many people with great vision as citizens. There are thinkers, movers and shakers, and doers way beyond our sized communities in the country. We have large contributors and small contributors-and they have worked together to make amazing things happen in Wabash.
I am proud to live in Wabash.
Like many others the Eagles was a Saturday life event for me. I seem to remember lower prices but I am not THAT old at 73.
I have always loved the Eagles theater since I was a child. I have been waiting for the renovation to be done to see what all it has to offer. I am not disappointed. I will be visiting the new Eagles Theater the next time I’m in town. I am loving everything it has to offer!
I have been watching the progress every day since day one, Welcome to the neighborhood. Can’t wait to see all of you. Another star for downtown.
Can not wait to see it. This is very exciting!