Columbus Indiana’s

Art Deco Gem

A 135-Year-Old Sacred Stage for Performing Arts

The Historic Crump Theatre is Indiana’s oldest known theater still in operation dating back to 1889.

The building is owned by the Columbus Capital Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving buildings for future use.

MEET our team

This is the community volunteer effort of community members donating time and talent to the preservation of the Crump who have enabled the doors opening once again allowing people to see the venue’s potential.