Preservation Resources

The worlds only LF and 35mm screen cleaning service. 1570 has a patent-pending cleaning method for flat or domed 2D and 3D theater configurations. We have used this process all over the United States, Canada and South America. Having recently expanded back into 35mm screen cleaning, now 1570 Cinema Services can cover any theater configuration.

This site celebrates the history of The Balaban and Katz Theater corporation. B and K operated over a hundred theaters in Chicago and the mid western United States in the early to mid 1900’s.

Being used by several theatres to restore seats.  One can will restore one seat, and is buy one get one.  Cost per seat is $1.50 at wholesale.  The company is liquidating their stock on this.  Deals given whe 1000 cans are ordered. 

Paint dries soft in 30 minutes or so.  Can be sat in 3 days later.

Boston Ornament Company,Inc. specializes in the restoration and conservation of decorative plaster work. We also provide consulting services and custom work. Past projects have included Boston’s Symphony Hall and Wang Theatre and the Warner Theatre in Worcester,MA. Please visit our web site for a complete list of projects and services.

The Brattle is the only repertory movie theater in the metro Boston area.

Tax Credit Consulting - We are a consulting firm specializing in helping project sponsors renovating historic buildings such as theaters take advantage of various financial incentives such as historic tax credits and new market tax credits.  We offer a full range of services related to using the tax credits including legal and financial structuring and syndication/monetization. We have assisted in the renovation of a number of historic theaters and appreciate the opportunities and challenges presented by these projects.  

A member of the League of Historic American Theatres, Canning Studios is an award-winning decorative arts studio focused on historic preservation, restoration, and period decoration of national landmark theatres and other buildings. Services include consultation; paint and plaster analysis; fine-art mural conservation, replication and design; new design schemes. Decorative artists adhere to the American Institute of Conservators ethical guidelines and expertly install decoration and specialized finishes using new and traditional methods and materials as appropriate for the desired outcome. Canning master plasterers have extensive experience conserving, replacing and consulting on ornamental, flat and specialty plaster substrates often recreating original designs from historic photos. With over 30 years in business, Canning Studios has restored theatres of all sizes and styles throughout the country.

Lighting manufacturer specializing in custom lighting for restoration projects. Current and past theater projects include the Cascade Theater in Redding, CA and the Lucas Theater in Savannah, Georgia. See website for catalog. Custom reproduction lighting our specialty for over 25 years.

A Charter Member of the League of Historic American Theatres, Conrad Schmitt Studios has been privileged to provide award-winning decoration and restoration for historic theatres and other public buildings for over a century. Our on-site investigations of historic decorative paint schemes followed by sketches and samples have assisted many theatres in raising funds for their restorations. From monumental palaces to opulent atmospherics, CSS works in theatres of all styles, themes and sizes throughout the country. 

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