Diane Drive-In
1950N and Colt Road,
Carlinville,
IL
62626
1950N and Colt Road,
Carlinville,
IL
62626
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The Diane’s first ad in Springfield’s Daily Illinois State Journal, in the classifieds under “Carlinville Ads”, was on May 24, 1952. “The new Diane Drive-In Theatre, 1 ½ miles west of Carlinville! 2 shows nightly - rain or clear! First show at dusk! Adults, 50c; children under 12 free in cars.”
An even closer address is 1950N and Colt Road, Carlinville, IL. The drive-in sits on the north side of the intersection.
A little work on the screen, some mowing, and a new projector and it appears this drive-in could be re-opened even after all these years. http://tinyurl.com/mygbpwk
My hubby & I went to many shows at this drive in back in the 70s when were dating! Fun times!
A closer address is 12470 IL-108, Carlinville, IL. The drive-in sits just to the west of that location. http://tinyurl.com/qcdbegd
It is remarkable that after nearly 35 years the drive-in is still in such remarkable shape even if the screen could use some work. The land also appears to be for sale as well.
Approx. location for this drive-in was Hwy 108 and Colt Rd.
Looks like it could be reopened!!
1975 USGS photo in the photo section for this theatre.
There are some great shots on Flickr as well, but so as not to aggravate your various neuroses I will leave those unposted.
Some additional photos on this page:
http://tinyurl.com/lrydnz
Here is a 2002 photo:
http://tinyurl.com/n6y2of
If I could own/operate a drive-in, this would be my choice. I would love to see any pictures from when it was in operation.