The Grand sits on Main Street in the heart of downtown Ellsworth, a small but beautifully maintained Art Deco theatre from the late 1930s. The interior keeps much of the original detailing — geometric plasterwork, sconces, and a single-screen auditorium with a deep stage.
Programming is a mix of independent films, touring musicians, and locally produced theatre. Even if you have no time for a show, it is worth ducking inside the lobby during a daytime visit. The volunteers running the box office are happy to give an impromptu tour if it is quiet.