Lawrenceburg receives $600K READI grant for theater project
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The Lawrenceburg Redevelopment Commission has received a $600,000 grant from the Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) program to put towards the redevelopment of Liberty Theater in the city’s downtown. Recipients say renovating the 130-year-old landmark could make it a showcase venue for events, cultural arts, and a restaurant.
“I certainly think a lot of organizations may be able to benefit from the revitalized landmark development site upon completion,” said Lawrenceburg Redevelopment Director Bryan Messmore. “We’re enthusiastic about the opportunity to bring visitors to our community to see the historic Liberty Theater fully activated in downtown Lawrenceburg.”
The city of Lawrenceburg is part of SEI READI Inc., which received $15 million from the READI program.
A public-private economic development partnership between the city, Lawrenceburg Redevelopment Commission and Thigmotrope LLC is driving the Liberty Theater Redevelopment Project.
“This will be a catalyst project building community through live music culture and events,” said Thigmotrope owner Dan McCabe. “I can’t wait to be a part of bringing the historic Liberty Theater back to life in time to celebrate her 130th anniversary.”
Construction documents are expected for bid by late spring followed by project construction. Anticipated opening of the Liberty Theater is slated for late 2023.