The Island's oldest theater is still going strong!
The Lynwood Theatre has been showing films on Bainbridge Island since 1936 when it opened as the island’s first sound cinema and became a local landmark in a charming Tudor style building.
Today it still operates as a single-screen art house, specializing in independent, foreign, and classic films that you won’t always find in larger multiplexes. Over the years it has hosted special screenings, Q&A events with filmmakers, and festival showings as part of the Bainbridge Island Film Festival, bringing unique cinematic voices to the island.
Locals remember classic moments under its marquee, from silent films with live accompaniment to anniversary celebrations that highlight the theatre’s long history on Bainbridge. Recent collaborations have paired movies with local flavors, like screenings tied to tastings from Rolling Bay Winery, adding another layer to the movie night experience. Concession offerings focus on timeless favorites like real buttered popcorn and candy, creating an old-school cinema feel while the community supports preservation and upgrades for this storied local venue.
