Oak Ridge: Visit the Grove Theater
Manhattan Project National Historical Park
The Grove Theater opened in 1944 as a 1,000-seat auditorium to entertain Manhattan Project workers with films and live events. Many events are still held at the historic theater.
The Grove Theater opened in 1944 as an entertainment venue for White Manhattan Project workers in the segregated secret city. The largest theater in Oak Ridge at the time, it held seating for 1,000 people. The first event at the Grove Theatre was a screening of “Hail the Conquering Hero” on September 28th, 1944. Tickets were $0.35 for an adult and $0.11 for a child. The theater also held numerous live performances. Today, the Grove Theater is home to several community organizations and events. Visit the theater's website for information including operating hours, events, and fees.
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For specific information on accessibility, please contact the Grove Theatre at (865) 425-0501.
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