Strand Theatre

Strand Theatre is a movie theater in Delaware, Ohio, housed in a three-story building on East Winter Street with multiple screening rooms for different films. The facility features digital projection systems and seating to accommodate various accessibility needs.

The theater opened its doors in 1916 in a converted department store building, making it one of the oldest continuously operating cinemas in the United States. Since its founding, it has shown films without interruption and maintained its role as a cultural institution.

The theater serves as a gathering place for film enthusiasts near Ohio Wesleyan University, showing current releases alongside classic movies and silent films. Visitors come regularly to experience different genres together and keep older cinema traditions alive.

The building is accessible for visitors with various mobility needs and offers online booking for reservations. It is a good idea to reserve tickets online in advance to ensure you get your preferred seating.

The cinema preserves an opening announcement document from a local newspaper dated 1916, documenting its over one hundred years of history. This historical artifact marks the beginning of a remarkable story of continuous film exhibition.

Location: Delaware

Address: 28 E. Winter Street, Delaware, OH 43015

Website: http://thestrandtheatre.net

GPS coordinates: 40.29998,-83.06640

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:27