The Ro-Na Theater in downtown Ironton was once considered southern Ohio’s finest theater.
The Ro-Na Theater in downtown Ironton was once considered southern Ohio’s finest theater. It featured an Art Moderne marquee and intricate interior murals depicting various historical scenes from the region. The theater closed in the 1970s and was converted into an auto parts store.
Despite calls to demolish the building, the Hamilton family donated the former theater to the city in February 2008. Volunteer efforts helped remove debris and unwanted items from the interior while a new roof was installed on top of the building. The Ro-Na marquee, which had been removed, was reinstalled on May 19, 2014, and relit four days later on May 23.
The passage of five years has brought about a remarkable transformation for this historic theater.
