Paul C. Reilly

Paul Cornelius Reilly (1890–1984) was an American architect who designed many buildings for Catholic clients. He is also remembered for his design of Manhattan theatres.[1]

Paul C(ornelius) Reilly
Born1890
New York City
DiedSeptember 8, 1984[1]
NationalityUSA
Other namesPaul C. Reilly
Known forArchitect

Early life and architectural education

Reilly was born in New York City and studied in the public schools of the city. He graduated from Columbia University and, early in his career, was chief designer for the former New York City architectural firm of Thomas W. Lamb.[1]

Architectural practice

During the 1920s, Reilly entered into a partnership with Douglas Pairman Hall forming a firm named Reilly and Hall. Mr Reilly’s theaters were produced by this firm. Later, Reilly would continue to practice under his own name.

Reilly’s son, Paul W. Reilly also became an architect and worked for a time with his father before opening a practice under his own name.

Personal life

Mr. Reilly was also closely associated with the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York. He was a member of the Cardinal's Committee of the Laity and once held the post of architect of St. Patrick's Cathedral, New York.[1] His son was the architect Paul W. Reilly.[1]

Works

References
  1. "Paul C. Reilly, 94, ArchitectAnd a Catholic Lay Leader". The New York Times. The New York Times Corporation. September 13, 1984. Retrieved 12 February 2011.
  2. Wellmont Theatre
  3. Cinema Treasures – Paul C. Reiley
  4. Cinema Treasures -Shore Theatre
  5. Cinema Treasures -Newton Theatre
  6. Cinema Treasures -Loew’s Sheridan Theatre
  7. Cinema Treasures - Fugazy Theatre
  8. "Diane E. Hutchinson, a Bank Officer, Is Married to Paul Christopher Reilly". New York Times. November 8, 1987. Retrieved 12 February 2011.
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