This is a superior rendering of the "Art Deco" or "Moderne" style of movie palace built during the rise of the motion picture industry. The Paramount, which opened on December 16, 1931, is the most ambitious theatre design of architect Timothy L. Pflueger. Restored in 1973, it has retained an exceptional unity of style.

California Registered Historical Landmark No. 884

Plaque placed by State Department of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the Theatre Historical Society, December 16, 1976

Marker is at the intersection of Broadway and 21st Street, on the left on Broadway.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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