About this property
The Paramount Theatre, also known as the Paramount Arts Center, opened in Aurora, Illinois, in 1931. It was designed by Rapp and Rapp in the Art Deco style with Venetian elements. Over the years, it has hosted films, plays, musicals, concerts, comedy shows, and other acts.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 80001371. It was listed on March 17, 1980.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Paramount Theatre listed on the National Register?
Paramount Theatre was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 17, 1980.
What type of historic resource is Paramount Theatre?
Paramount Theatre is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Paramount Theatre?
The period of significance for Paramount Theatre is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1931.
Can I research the history near Paramount Theatre?
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