Fans crowd into The Crump to share the memories

People stop to take photos of the illuminated marquee at the Crump Theatre in Columbus, Ind., Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019. Guests were invited to sign a banner and tour the lobby to celebrate the 130th anniversary of the abandoned theater. Mike Wolanin | The Republic

The storied Crump Theatre enjoyed a new wrinkle on its 130th birthday in downtown Columbus Wednesday.

The Art-Deco venue entertained visitors for the first time in more than five years and drew more than 350 admirers at a celebration downtown Wednesday.

For more on this story, including more photos, see Friday’s Republic.

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