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| Landmark #909 | San Mateo County | Visited: November 16, 2013 | Plaque? YES! 🙂 |
| What is it? | The first executed design of architect Timothy L. Pflueger! |
| What makes it historical? | THE GUIDE SAYS: This country church, built in 1912, was the first design of architect Timothy L. Pflueger to be executed. Pflueger, who had just begun work for James Miller, shows his awareness of the Spanish California missions in the style, which contrasts with the large commercial buildings and art deco theaters for which he later became recognized. Construction of this church was initiated by a non-denominational club, The Family.
OTHER TIDBITS: In case you don’t recognize the name, Timothy L. Pflueger was also responsible for many of the Bay Area’s most famous art deco buildings, including, but not limited to, the Paramount Theatre, the Castro Theatre, and the original Transbay Terminal! He was also chairman of the board of architect consultants behind the design of the Bay Bridge! This landmark is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places! |
| How can I Help the Helpers? | HERE’S HOW:
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| Where is this place? | LISTED DIRECTIONS: 930 Portolá Rd. Portolá Valley, CA 94028 ANNOTATIONS: From Los Angeles: ~363mi (585km) — 6.1hrs |
| When should I go? | You can check out the exterior any time you like, but I’m not sure how often you can access the interior. I do know that there is a Saturday Mass at 4:30 PM and a Sunday Mass at 9:30 AM! Just be respectful, please! |
