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About Heirloom Arts Center

The Heirloom Arts Center sits at the heart of Danbury, Connecticut, carrying a rich lineage from the Princess Theatre to the Empress Theatre and beyond. Today, the venue stands as Heirloom Arts Center, a hub for indie and alternative performances, community events, and a slice of local cinema history. Located at 155 Main St, Danbury, CT 06810, it’s easy to pair a show with a stroll through downtown Danbury before or after the performance.

Original seating in cinema configuration housed about 1,313 guests, with assembly-style seating cited around 296 for different setups. The venue’s revival and renaming in 2007 reflect its enduring role in the cultural life of Danbury. For fans of intimate, characterful venues, Heirloom Arts Center delivers a memorable night out without the fuss—just secure your seats and enjoy the show.

Planning your visit? We’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options to help you plan a smooth outing from start to finish.

Seating is accessible via an interactive seating chart through TickPick, making it simple to choose the right great seats in the appropriate the section you want. For parking, downtown Danbury options are managed by the Danbury Parking Authority, with the Patriot Garage at 21 Delay St and nearby city surface lots offering convenient access to the venue. If you’re traveling by public transit, the Danbury Metro-North Station is nearby, and HARTransit buses connect residents and visitors to the venue area. The Danbury Railway Museum is a short stroll away for a pre-show detour into local rail history.

When you’re ready to settle in for a night of entertainment, consider nearby hotels for a comfortable stay: Courtyard Danbury, Hampton Inn Danbury, and Hilton Garden Inn Danbury are all within a short drive. We’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to help you secure reliable accommodations and dining options near the Heirloom Arts Center.

Whether you’re into film festivals, indie showcases, or intimate live performances, Heirloom Arts Center remains a foundational Danbury venue—reliable, accessible, and ready to help you get tickets with ease.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 155 Main St, Danbury, CT 06810.
  • Venue lineage: Princess Theatre -> Empress Theatre -> Empress Ballroom -> Heirloom Arts Theatre.
  • Historical capacity: about 1,313 seats (cinema configuration); later assembly capacity cited as ~296.
  • Notable events: Connecticut Film Festival (2009) and ongoing indie/alternative shows; site featured in coverage of 2012 closure and 2014 revival efforts.
  • Renaming/demolition: building renamed from Empress Ballroom to Heirloom Arts Theatre in 2007; the venue has not been demolished.
  • Seating chart: interactive seating chart available via TickPick for Heirloom Arts Center.
  • Parking: downtown Danbury parking options managed by Danbury Parking Authority; Patriot Garage (21 Delay St) and city surface lots are common options.
  • Transit: proximate to Danbury Metro-North Station; HARTransit bus connections available; nearby Danbury Railway Museum.
  • Nearby hotels: Courtyard Danbury (3 Eagle Rd), Hampton Inn Danbury (81 Newtown Rd), Hilton Garden Inn Danbury (119 Mill Plain Rd).