The District Theatre

This theater's move from Fountain Square to Mass Ave prompted the revitalization of this arts district. Great community theater with a varied selection of plays. A theater for the more culturally aware and open minded.

Address: 627 Massachussets Ave
Price: $15–25
Website: indydistricttheatre.org (opens in a new tab)

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Chatham Tap
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Rathskeller
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James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home & Visitor Center
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