Friends of the Coleman

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The Friends of the Coleman is a nonprofit organization that was established with the purpose to enlist support, preserve the memory and promote the future of the Coleman Theatre Beautiful in Miami, Oklahoma on historic Route 66!

Jason Miller did a splendid job decorating a holiday tree for the Friends of the Coleman! If you’re in the neighborhoo...
10/30/2026

Jason Miller did a splendid job decorating a holiday tree for the Friends of the Coleman!

If you’re in the neighborhood, drop by the Dobson Museum on “A” Street to view all the Christmas trees on display now through the holidays.

The exhibit features decorated trees representing a number of local organizations!

The magical kingdom of Aladdin comes alive on the Coleman Theatre stage TONIGHT! Strange things are happening here!Join ...
10/30/2026

The magical kingdom of Aladdin comes alive on the Coleman Theatre stage TONIGHT! Strange things are happening here!

Join us for the Boo Ha Ha starting at 5 pm tonight!

It's almost time for the Boo Ha Ha - That annual costume parade of "ghosties and ghoulies and funny characters" that del...
10/28/2026

It's almost time for the Boo Ha Ha - That annual costume parade of "ghosties and ghoulies and funny characters" that delights Ottawa County families each Halloween!

The event is a happy collaboration of the Miami Little Theatre, the staff of the Coleman Theatre, and the Friends of the Coleman.

Join us this Friday, October 30th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Entrance is at the south door of the theatre, on 1st street!

We'll see you there!

10/26/2026
The Friends of the Coleman are at the NEO student welcome night at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College! We cant wait to me...
08/15/2026

The Friends of the Coleman are at the NEO student welcome night at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College! We cant wait to meet all of the new students and tell them about the wonders of the Coleman Theatre!

Thank you to our volunteers for coming to this event!

On September 24, 1935, George Coleman Jr. of Miami, Oklahoma, made headlines by setting a new world speed record in a Cl...
06/08/2026

On September 24, 1935, George Coleman Jr. of Miami, Oklahoma, made headlines by setting a new world speed record in a Class X motorboat at Lake Spavinaw. Clocking an incredible 69.189 miles per hour, he shattered the previous record and earned international attention for his achievement.

The Coleman family is often remembered for their contributions to the theatre that bears their name, but their story extends far beyond the stage. From mining and business ventures to record-breaking speedboat racing, the Colemans left their mark on Oklahoma history in some surprising ways.

Imagine standing on the shore of Lake Spavinaw in 1935, watching a world record being set right before your eyes!

What hobby or sport do you think would surprise future historians if they discovered it was popular in Miami today? Let us know in the comments! 🚤💨

🕵️ Coleman Mystery: Can You Crack the Case?If you've ever walked through the Coleman Theatre, you've probably strolled r...
06/06/2026

🕵️ Coleman Mystery: Can You Crack the Case?

If you've ever walked through the Coleman Theatre, you've probably strolled right past this mysterious crest woven into the carpet without a second thought.

The story behind it is fascinating. When the theatre was built in 1929, George L. Coleman Sr. incorporated his wife's family crest into the design. He even personalized it by adding a pickaxe and shovel to represent the fortune that helped build the Coleman legacy through mining.

But there's a catch...

While we know the meaning of the pickaxe and shovel, the identities of the other two symbols have been lost to time! 🤔

For nearly a century, these mysterious images have quietly sat beneath the feet of thousands of visitors. Now we're turning to our community for help.

Take your best guess in the comments!

Make sure to go see this amazing show!
06/06/2026

Make sure to go see this amazing show!

Don't forget to follow our store page to stay up to date with all our latest merch!
06/05/2026

Don't forget to follow our store page to stay up to date with all our latest merch!

🎭 Coleman Merchandise Spotlight 🎭

Looking for a way to show your love for the Coleman Theatre? Check out this featured item from our merchandise collection!

Proceeds help support the preservation and operation of the historic Coleman Theatre. Thank you for helping us keep history alive!

What a pretty set!
06/05/2026

What a pretty set!

The Coleman Theatre stage is set for MLT's Youth on Stage production of JUNIE B. JONES.
June 4th & 5th @ 7:00 pm and June 6th @ 2:30 pm.

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103 1/2 N Main
Miami, OK
74354

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

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