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Who doesn’t love the Fountain Square Theatre Building? Designed by architect Frank Hunter, fellow architect and brother of Edgar O. Hunter (of Rubush & Hunter), it opened in 1928 and closed in 1960. The signage alone is gorgeous, but the throw back diner, duck pin bowling and cocktail spot are all great additions to the area.
Bonus points to them for spelling “Theatre” in the traditional English way; some of us are purists. When did you last visit or pass by? And what is your favorite feature?
5 Comments on "Friday Favorite: Fountain Square Theatre Building"
My favorite feature of the Fountain Square Building is the surface ornamentation in glazed terra cotta.
My favorite part is the fourth floor duckpin bowling. This is hands down one of my favorite buildings in Indianapolis!
The diner serves just about the best chocolate malts you’ll ever find. It’s a great treat during a First Friday Art Tour.
These aren’t architectural features, but here’s what I love: The End of the Line Public House; Imbibe, which has the best bartender in the city (Brian Jones); the Rooftop Garden in the summer; and the Fountainview Inn, which really is a hidden gem.
My favorite part is Linton Calvert who has single handedly brought the theatre back to relevance. In doing so he has brought Fountain Square back.
I also echo the rooftop restaurant. A unique and wonderful dining experience in Indy. i am surprised more restaurants haven’t picked up on that concept.