Owen County Preservations is pleased to announce an exciting new chapter for the Tivoli
Theatre and its operations. As part of an effort to strengthen community involvement and
provide greater focus to the Tivoli’s programming and future, Owen County Preservations will be
separating its organizational responsibilities from the day-to-day operations of the Tivoli.
Under the new structure, Owen County Preservations will retain ownership of the Tivoli building,
while a newly established nine-member Tivoli Board will oversee the direction of Tivoli
operations and work closely with the Tivoli Director.
The new board will be organized around three key areas of focus:
Volunteer Recruitment and Retention: Three board members will focus on building and
strengthening the Tivoli’s volunteer base, helping recruit new volunteers and create
opportunities that encourage continued involvement.
Non-Movie Programming: Three board members will focus on developing and expanding events
and programming beyond regular movie offerings, helping make the Tivoli an even more active
community destination.
Grant Writing and Donor Relations: Three board members will focus on identifying grant
opportunities, strengthening donor relationships, and supporting the long-term financial
sustainability of Tivoli operations.
While members will have specific areas of responsibility, all nine board members will participate
in fundraising efforts and contribute to the overall success of the Tivoli. The board will meet
monthly and members will also be expected to participate in special events and activities
throughout the year.
Serving on the Tivoli Board will require a commitment of approximately three to four hours per
month, along with a willingness to support the Tivoli’s mission and work collaboratively with
fellow board members, volunteers, staff, donors, and the community.
“This new structure provides an opportunity to bring even more community involvement and
dedicated leadership to the Tivoli,” said Robert White, Owen County Preservations board
president. “We are excited about what this next chapter can mean for the Tivoli and look forward
to working with community members who are passionate about preserving this important local
landmark while helping create new opportunities for the future.”
Community members interested in serving on the Tivoli Board are encouraged to apply.
Applications are available online at: www.owencountypreservations.com. Application will be
accepted thru October 31, 2026 with interviews conducted in November.
Owen County Preservations looks forward to building this new partnership and continuing to
preserve the Tivoli while supporting its role as a vibrant gathering place for the Owen County
community.
About Owen County Preservations
Owen County Preservations is dedicated to preserving and maintaining historic properties and
landmarks in Owen County while helping ensure they remain meaningful and accessible
community assets for generations to come.