A Vincennes PBS–produced series highlighting regional history premiered a new episode Wednesday night at the Indiana Theatre.

The latest installment of History Vault focuses on the history of the downtown Washington theater and its role in the community over the years. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the historic landmark.

Several community members attended the screening, which was followed by a discussion with author Stephan Foust. Foust is the author of Under the Lights and the Halloween Moon, a book that reflects on his childhood growing up across the street from the Indiana Theatre.

Foust said the documentary reflected how many people in Washington view the theater.

“I think it summed up the way most people in Washington feel about this theater,” Foust said. “It gave everyone an opportunity to sit back, remember what it used to be like, and think about what it can be going forward, if everybody does their part to keep it going.”

During Foust’s presentation, audience members responded with verbal acknowledgments as he shared memories connected to the theater and its place in local life.

Washington resident Bob McGuire said the event brought back personal memories.

“I thought it was really nice,” McGuire said. “A lot of memories from growing up here. I used to come here when I was a kid, and I’m the same age as Steve — 77.”

Former theater owner Dusty Davis also attended and commented on the milestone.

“Tonight was a great night,” Davis said. “Celebrating the theater’s 100 years is pretty special. I couldn’t be happier with Russ and his family and how they’re running the theater. They’re doing a great job.”

The event was open to the public and free.

The new History Vault episode produced and edited by Tessa Haag and Dave Novak, drops Friday night on the Vincennes PBS YouTube channel.