September 21, 2022
The First Church of Christ, Scientist, also known as the Lear Theater, is one of a handful of structures in Reno that were designed in the first half of the 20th century by prominent African American architect Paul R. Williams.
Most histories of trailblazing architect Paul Revere Williams focus on the many buildings and homes he designed in the Los Angeles area. It’s not surprising since Williams, who lived most of his life there, designed such iconic properties as the Los Angeles County Courthouse and the spider-like, futuristic Theme Building at the Los Angeles International Airport.
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