The landmark theater is one of about 300 drive-ins still operating across the country, and owner Don Brown says he is trying to find new revenue streams to keep it operational.
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2022 season might be the last for Skowhegan Drive-In Theatre
Owner Don Brown says lack of attendance and revenue are reasons for the possible closing, but he has a few ideas left to try to save it.
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Photos: Skowhegan Drive-In likely closing its doors for good
The Labor Day weekend showings could be the last time the screen lights up at the drive-in movie theater. A recording at the drive-in’s main number says “it may be the Skowhegan Drive-In Theater’s last.” The local spot coined as “Skowhegan’s Only Drive-In Theatre” had been open since 1954, with current owner Don Brown it’s fourth owner over 6 decades. According to Brown, revenue and attendance have fallen off to the point that operations are no longer sustainable. Photos taken by Morning Sentinel photojournalist Michael G. Seamans.