Fockler, Christina L.2020-05-272020-05-272004-03-02https://hdl.handle.net/1794/25348412 pagesThis project summarizes the history of Reno, Nevada and its growth as a city by its many modes of transportation such as the transcontinental railroad and two of the nations first transcontinental highways. A brief history of Reno is outlined, including a history of the Lincoln and Victory Highways, which both traversed through Nevada merging at Fourth Street in Reno. This project researches the historic buildings associated with the transcontinental highway systems and also those built prior to the highways. Buildings that remain along the East Fourth Street corridor are described in terms of their history, relation to the street, current condition, and recommendations for adaptive re-use. Ideas for redevelopment of the streetscape as a whole are discussed utilizing programs to promote the historic significance of the streetscape. Recommendations for adaptive re-use of these buildings are also included.en-USCreative Commons BY-NC-ND 4.0-USTerminal Project