
A generous $50,000 donation for the Vogue's restoration was received, as well as $10,000 from Michael Moore and a $500,000 grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.

The Vogue has two theaters, this is
the larger one, the Pure Michigan Theater.
the larger one, the Pure Michigan Theater.
History of the Vogue Theatre
It was 1938, and the effects of the Great Depression had hit Manistee hard. Film, then a new art form, was emerging as a popular distraction for Americans. After five years of planning, the Vogue Theatre opened to the public on January 12, 1938.For the next 47 years, the Vogue entertained audiences with Hollywood films, but due to rising costs and declining community interest, the lights dimmed and the Vogue was closed. It was sold and reopened in 1985 as a two-screen theater. For various reasons, the Vogue Theatre closed two more times in 1995 and 2005... and seemed to close for good in 2008.
Support the Vogue with a Donation, Becoming a Member, or Volunteering
The Vogue Theatre restoration is the largest volunteer-led initiative in the history of Manistee. Over 650 people and organizations have financially made a donation, with more than $2 million raised.The Vogue Theatre thanks all of its donors as well as the Manistee County Community Foundation for assisting in the donation process. The Manistee County Community Foundation, a 501c(3) nonprofit organization, is serving as the fiduciary for this campaign and is accepting donations in support of the Vogue’s ongoing operations, including keeping prices low and supporting the many free and low-cost community programs and events that they put on regularly. Click here for more donation information.
You can also show support by becoming a member of The Vogue Theatre! Not only will you be making a contribution to assist with the Vogue’s ongoing operations, but as a member you will receive discounts on movie tickets! Click here to download the membership brochure.
The Vogue Theatre is a unique venue to volunteer some of your time and work in a fun atmosphere with great people. For volunteer information, visit their website.
For more information about the Vogue Theatre, showing times, and online ticket ordering:
www.voguetheatremanistee.org
Schedule Hotline: 231-508-8005
PO Box 291
383 River St.
Manistee, MI 49660
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