AFI Silver Theatre, Art Deco cinema in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Description
AFI Silver Theatre is a cinema in Silver Spring featuring three screening rooms with current projection equipment and tiered seating. The facility houses one of the region's largest screens for movie viewing.
History
An architect designed this cinema in 1938 with Art Deco styling and roughly 1,100 seats at its opening. After a long closure, the building underwent complete renovation and reopened in 2001.
Culture
The theatre screens hundreds of films yearly, ranging from current releases to rare restored classics and works from around the globe. Visitors encounter a programming approach that goes beyond what typical commercial cinemas offer.
Practical
The venue is accessible for visitors using wheelchairs and offers various options for purchasing tickets and food. Public transportation stops are nearby, and parking is available in the surrounding area.
Did you know?
A national arts film organization operates this cinema and has preserved the building's original Art Deco features. Meanwhile, modern projection technology and comfortable seating have been introduced throughout.
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