Egyptian Theatre

Historic Resources Group was an integral part of the construction team that rehabilitated this significant historic theater as the new home of American Cinemateque.  Built by architects Meyer and Holler in 1922, the theater is a contributing property in the Hollywood Boulevard National Register District.

In conjunction with project architects Hodgetts + Fung, Historic Resources Group's architect Peyton Hall and principal Christy McAvoy provided technical assistance and specifications that resulted in an approach consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.  Compliance with the Standards assured the project federal funds, timely environmental review, and consistency with the Hollywood Redevelopment Plan.  The rehabilitation of the Egyptian Theatre was honored by the Los Angeles Conservancy with a 1999 Preservation Award.

Prior to commencing the rehabilitation project, Historic Resources Group prepared a preliminary Historic Structure Report for the theater in association with M2A Architects.  The report included a construction history, an assessment of existing conditions and rehabilitation issues, and the identification of character-defining features of the building.  The report was used as the foundation for the subsequent rehabilitation of the theater.

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