Island Falls Opera House

Welcome to the Island Falls Opera House, located at 69 Burleigh Street in Island Falls, Maine. The Opera House is a historic building with a rich cultural heritage. It was originally built in the late 19th or early 20th century, serving as a central hub for entertainment and community gatherings in the small town. Today it operates as the Opera House Inn & Lounge and offers rooms in the Inn, full food service, and wonderful bar called The Village Pub with local craft beers by the can and specialty mixed cocktails and mocktails.

Their menu offers appetizers, burgers, flatbreads, wings, and nachos. Check their facebook for regular food & drink specials, and updates on events like karaoke and open mic nights!

The Inn has two rooms for nightly, weekly, or longer rental. One room has a kitchenette. Call 207-694-2740 to book and for current pricing.

Private events are invited! The Opera House has long been a community meeting place, and welcomes all kinds of private events today. Call for details.

The Opera House sat vacant for 15 years until the current owners, the Hartin family, brought it back to life. They purchased it in 2020, opened the Inn with rooms to let in 2021, and cut the ribbon on the lounge in 2022. It has been a venue for a variety of events, including theatrical performances, musical concerts, town meetings, and other social functions over the years. The focus is on preserving its legacy while making renovations for modern use worthy of its landmark status.

The Island Falls Opera House is known for its classic architectural design, typical of early 20th-century opera houses in small American towns. It features a traditional stage, seating area, and some ornate detailing that reflects the period in which it was built. The current owners are working to re-open the stage!

In its heyday, the Opera House was a vibrant center of activity, bringing together the local community for entertainment and social interaction. It was a place where residents could enjoy live performances, watch films, or attend important civic meetings.

The revitalization efforts to provide a vital community space are well underway, and the new owners are working to make the Opera House a place for townspeople to gather,  hold cultural events, and attract people from near and far.

The Island Falls Opera House remains an important part of the town's identity, and there is a strong sense of community pride associated with it. Local residents often participate in fundraising events or volunteer their time to help with maintenance and restoration projects.

If you’re interested in visiting or learning more about current activities at the Island Falls Opera House, it might be helpful to contact the owners or Island Falls Historical Society, as they are involved in its preservation (building & history).

The Island Falls Opera House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.

Location: 69 Burleigh St, Island Falls, ME 04747

Hours:
Sunday - Wednesday Closed
Thursday 4–8 PM
Friday 4–10 PM
Saturday Noon–10 PM

Phone: (207) 463-5024

For Inn Reservations call 207-694-2740

Free guided tours of the Island Falls Opera House are available Thursdays and Fridays from 4 PM to 9 PM, and Saturdays from noon to 9 PM. Tours are limited to small groups of up to four guests and generally last 20 to 30 minutes.

Larger groups should call ahead to schedule a time.

NEW! Free Historic Opera House Guided Tours
Location: Island Falls Opera House, Island Falls, Maine
Tour Cost: Free
Group Size: Maximum 4 guests per tour
Tour Length: Approximately 20–30 minutes
Tour Availability: Thursdays 4–9 PM, Fridays 4–9 PM, Saturdays Noon–9 PM
Phone: 207-463-5024

For the latest information, please visit the Island Falls Opera House website or Facebook page