Thank You to our sponsors…
Our sponsors are key to our ability to provide free programs, events and projects. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor please contact us as info@thepegcenter.org. Thank You!
In June of 2020, Becca and Ben Fundis heard from a friend that the cinema was for sale, and when they drove out to Newburyport to visit the space, they fell in love with The Screening Room’s charm. In July, they collaborated with Andrew and Nancy to purchase the theater, and by September, they found themselves making an unanticipated move to Massachusetts.
The couple re-opened The Screening Room on October 9th, 2020 with Miranda July’s Kajillionaire and remained open for just three months before closing again due to the rising risk of Covid in the community over the winter. With the rollout of vaccines and the reversal of state restrictions, they reopened the theater once again on June 18th, 2021 with In the Heights, and the rest is yet to come…
Past Exhibits and Events
Testimonials from Partners and Friends of The PEG Center
As Seen in the Newburyport Daily News 10.13.23
Newburyport Pride Parade June 4th 2023
Garden of Remembrance for
Uvalde Dedication Ceremony
May 24, 2023 Dedicating The Garden of Remembrance for the 21 who Perished One Year Ago in Uvalde, Texas
Newburyport Rail Trail, at High Street Entrance
Left to Right Mayor Sean Reardon, Sen. Dawne Shand, PEG and Huddle Members
Right Side Ann Haaser and Members of MOMS DEMAND ACTION, Julie Cook PEG Center
