"Lake Tahoe’s Rustic Architecture" by Dr. Peter Mires at SLT Library

Join us as Dr. Peter Mires, historical geographer and Carson City resident, presents an illustrated lecture on the rustic architecture of the Lake Tahoe region. Material for the talk comes from his recently published book "Lake Tahoe’s Rustic Architecture". As most Tahoeites know, rustic has become Tahoe’s brand; its expression extends beyond homes and resorts to include myriad forms―churches, stores, restaurants, and a host of ancillary structures among them. Although Dr. Mires will focus largely on its Gilded Age―to―Great Depression heyday, he will invite discussion of what many call “mountain architecture” or simply “Tahoe style.” In addition, he will describe his recent residency at the Elmira College Center for Mark Twain Studies, and offer comments on Twain’s take on architecture. In partnership with the Lake Tahoe Historical Society. This event is free and open to all.

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