ARCADIA THEATRE, WINDBER

This building is a striking example of early twentieth century Renaissance Revival architecture. The Arcadia Theater opened in 1921 and is Windber’s last remaining theater. The Arcadia was in operation to show movies until 1970 when it closed and was left vacant. The building suffered extensive damage from neglect but a rehabilitation project that began in 1996 has restored the Arcadia to its former glory. The project was undertaken by the Eureka Coal Heritage Foundation, the current owner of the building. In 1989 the Eureka Coal Heritage Foundation purchased the theater in order to restore the once grand Arcadia Theater to its former splendor. The restoration began in 1990 with the building architects using old pictures and the memories of many people for the interior and exterior designs. The intent of the restoration was to make the theater look as it did in 1921. On October 31, 1998 the Arcadia re-opened its magnificent doors with the production of the "Best of Broadway." With the exception of present day computer technology to control both sound and light systems, the Arcadia Theater has successfully recaptured its original beauty and "magic" with both its appearance and live performances monthly. Today, the Arcadia Theater is proud of the quality of performers that have since been showcased. Included among the performers are: Florence Henderson, The Mantovani Orchestra, The Lettermen, Gary Burgoff, The Platters, Pat Boone, The Osmonds, Al Martino, The 5th Dimension, U.S. Marine Corp. Band; in addition to our children's series performances.