Fremont Theater
The Fremont Theater is an historic movie theater located at 1025 Monterey Street in downtown San Luis Obispo, California. It is among the last Art Deco theaters built by architect S. Charles Lee.[1] The Fremont opened on May 29, 1942 on the eve of U.S. entry to World War II, and was renovated in the 1990s. It features a neon-lit marquee, a grand lobby, and Art Deco murals on its walls and ceiling.[2]
Throughout its early years, it served both as a moving pictures theater and a live theater. It hosted war bond shows in early years and later hosted such attractions as Adam Ant and Yes.[citation needed]
In the late 20th century, developers wanted to raze the building to install a new multiplex, but public outcry saved the theater. The company built its multiplex next door, capitalizing off the historic structure while also supporting it financially with the additional screens.
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