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Description: The American Film Institute (AFI) now occupies and operates the historic Silver Theatre, an art deco theater constructed on Colesville Road in 1938. In addition, the AFI complex features 32,000 square feet of new space, housing two stadium-seating theaters, office and meeting space. AFI is a nationally renowned organization dedicated to the advancement and preservation of motion pictures. The County contributed several million dollars to help restore the Silver Theatre.

Link to AFI Site: afi.com/silver

MNCPPC Staff Contact:
Gwen Wright, (301) 563-3413, e-mail

Applicant:
American Film Institute; Foulger Pratt Companies (240) 499-9600

Opportunities for Public Participation:
Completed

Planning Board Review Process & Case Number:
Project Plan #9-98005A

Planning Board Action:
Approved project and site plans

Notes from MNCPPC Staff Contact:

Date of last page update: June 7, 2005

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