The present-day interior maintains much of the original walls, doors and beams from its post office and courthouse era.

[2] The elevator was temporarily taken out of service in January 2024 after an inspection revealed issues with its braking system.

The renovations are estimated to cost $135,799 and are being funded by Alachua County's Wild Spaces & Public Places half-cent sales tax.

These renovations cost the theater over $324,000 and were partially funded by Wild Spaces & Public Places, a 2016 Alachua County tax initiate.

The Hippodrome provides arts education for all ages, including classes & camps, in-school programs, workshops and behind-the-scenes opportunities for adults.