Scranton Cultural Center

The Scranton Cultural Center is a theater and performance venue in Gothic Revival style located in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The building features multiple floors with a large main theater, a grand ballroom, and several additional halls designed for different types of events and gatherings.

The building was designed in 1927 by architect Raymond Hood in Gothic and Romanesque styles. It originally functioned as both a cultural venue and a Masonic Temple serving the local community.

The center serves as a gathering place where the community experiences live performances and visual arts throughout the year. Visitors come to watch Broadway productions, orchestral concerts, and dance shows in a shared cultural space.

The building offers modern amenities including air conditioning, updated restrooms, and contemporary technical equipment for productions. Visitors should allow time to navigate multiple floors and find their way to seating areas comfortably.

Hidden throughout the interior are Masonic symbols and designs, including ceremonial tools and double-headed eagle motifs integrated into the architectural features. These elements reflect the building's original purpose as a meeting place for the Masonic lodge alongside its cultural role.

Location: Pennsylvania

Location: Scranton

Inception: 1928

Architects: Raymond Hood

Architectural style: Gothic Revival, Romanesque Revival architecture

Website: http://scrantonculturalcenter.org

GPS coordinates: 41.41081,-75.66015

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:44