Visiting the Lincoln Theater in Columbus

On September 10 we had the opportunity to tour the newly renovated and reopened (May 2009) Lincoln Theater on Long Street with the Conestoga group from the Ohio Historical Society. It is very impressive and the new jazz academy is really stunning with private studios, special classes with guest artists, and the high tech equipment. The ballroom is one of the prettiest I've seen and I'm sure will be a coveted site for wedding receptions and gala events. It is hoped that the Lincoln will help restore the economy of the once thriving African American cultural community on the east side.


This was the original entrance with the restored marque, but the new entrance/lobby/ticket area has been moved to a newly constructed addition because the lobby was too small. But behind the doors is a board room, and the renovated movie projector, pieces of which were found in the basement.



This plaque is in the new lobby.


The original decor was an Egyptian motif, and that has been beautifully recreated.

Two musicians performing across the street.

If you have time, pause to enjoy this video introduced by our mayor with a little history of the area and how the renovation came to be. It's about 9 minutes.