Quick Summary:

  • When did Massachusetts see a boom in drive-in theaters?
    • The state of Massachusetts was one of the earlier states to experience a boom in drive-in theaters.
  • What role did Massachusetts play in the history of drive-in theaters?
    • Massachusetts was home to one of the country’s first five drive-in movie theaters, as well as four of the first fifteen outdoor theaters in the United States.
  • How many drive-in theaters existed in Massachusetts at its peak?
    • During the height of the drive-in era, the state boasted almost ninety drive-ins.
  • How has the number of drive-in theaters changed over time?
    • Sadly, the number of these outdoor movie venues has steadily declined since the 1950s, and there are just a few drive-in theaters left in the whole state of Massachusetts.


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