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Paramount Theater Building (57-01468)

Also known as: 57-006-032, Capitol Theater

121 3rd Ave SE
Cedar Rapids IA 52401-07

History and Architecture

Construction date

1920

Historic function(s)

Recreation and culture/theater

Current function(s)

Recreation and culture

Architectural classification(s)

Modern movement: art deco

Architect(s)

Frank, Armin, Milwaukee, WI
Peacock and Frank, Milwaukee, WI
Peacock, Urban F., Milwaukee, WI

Builder(s)

Stark, Theodore and Company

Evaluation Under National Register Criteria

National Register status

Listed as per NPS, 1976

Listed date(s)

August 26th, 1976

Area(s) of significance

Architecture
Entertainment/recreation