Testimonial given to Paul R. Williams by the Connectional Layman's Organization of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Paul Williams was an African American architect who designed almost 2,000 homes in the Los Angeles area. He worked for wealthy celebrity clients, but also designed affordable homes, public housing, and civic, commercial, and institutional buildings. His works exhibit elegant composition and perfect proportion. Written on back of photo: Tribute to Paul R. Williams from the Connectional Layman's Organization of the African Methodist Episcopal Church- August 8, 1963.
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African American civic leaders African American architects Social service Williams, Paul R., 1894-1980 African Methodist Episcopal Church
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