George Plowman (architect)

The son of Cornelius and Elizabeth Plowman, George Plowman was born in Ulster, Pennsylvania in 1832.^[1] His brother was the theatrical impresario Thomas M. Plowman.^[2] In 1857 he established a business in Philadelphia as a builder.^[2] He built many buildings of varying kinds in South Philadelphia, but became chiefly known for building theaters; among them the Center Theatre, the People's Theatre, and the Grand Opera House.^[2][3] In 1896 he created the plan for the redesign of the Trocadero Theatre.^[4]

He worked closely with Philadelphia theatre magnate George K. Goodwin. He also was involved with theaters in Washington D.C. that were attached to his brother's enterprise.^[2]

Plowman died in Philadelphia on 7 July 1903.^[2]

• George Plowman at Find a Grave