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Skyscraper Museum: World's Tallest Towers (1890 2004)

For Students 9th - 10th
A graphical timeline that showcases all the buildings in the world that, at one time, held the title of world's tallest building during the time span from 1890-2004. Includes close-up illustrations of each building and numerous facts...
Primary
Vassar College

Vassar: Wars for Viet Nam: Mc Namara Report to Kennedy

For Students 9th - 10th
Text of memo recommending significant involvement by U.S. forces in Vietnam by one of the principal architects of the war, Robert S. McNamara.
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PBS

Pbs American Masters: Frank Gehry

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed biographical sketch of award-wininig architect Frank Gehry's life along with information on some of his most admired and influential works.
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Other

Baltimore Basilica: History of the Basilica by Latrobe

For Students 9th - 10th
A history of the basilica, dating from 1806, along with information about its architect, Benjamin Henry Latrobe; a timeline that compares events in the history of the United States with the specific history of the cathedral; and a review...
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Other

Dexigner: Design Portal

For Students 9th - 10th
An online portal for designers, architects, illustrators, engineers, artists, and creatives of all kinds. Dexigner publishes the latest design news, events, competitions, books and resources. Covers almost any type of design one could...
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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Maya Lin

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of Maya Lin, an architect and artist whose work has received critical acclaim around the world. Includes a profile, interview videos and a photo gallery.
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The Official Site of the Eiffel Tower

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore this full-featured site to learn all about the Eiffel Tower. Explore its history and learn about construction facts, the architect, and its reputation as Europe's most-visited monument. Can't go to Paris to see the real thing?...
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Requirements & Constraints: Making Model Parking Garages

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
The difference between an architect and an engineer is sometimes confusing because their roles in building design can be similar. Learners experience a bit of both professions by following a set of requirements and meeting given...
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Center For Civic Education

Center for Civic Education: James Madison and Executive Power

For Teachers 10th - 12th
This lesson examines the legacy of the "philosopher statesman," James Madison. Madison combined the intellectual knowledge and creativity of the scholar with the practical savvy of the politician, a man of strong principles who also...
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Indiana University

Indiana University: Building a Nation: Indiana Limestone Photograph Collection

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of over 25,000 black and white architectural photographs that were discovered in a dilapidated house owned by the Indiana Limestone Company in Bedford, Indiana. These images of residences, churches, universities, museums,...
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Other

In Arch: Functionalism and the City of Viipuri

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a discussion of Functionalist Modernism using the city of Viipuri as an example. Architects of the time are also discussed.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: The Leaning Tower of Pasta

For Students 9th - 10th
Here's a project for a budding architect or structural engineer. Can you make a strong, lightweight tower using only uncooked spaghetti and white glue? In this project, you'll learn about materials testing and apply what you learn to...
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Arch Daily:spotlight: Walter Gropius

For Students 9th - 10th
The architect Walter Gropius is renowned as the Father of Bauhaus. Learn about Gropius and the "School of Building" he created. There are photos of some of the buildings he designed, as well as other information about the Bauhaus...
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Architect of the Capitol: Pierre Charles L'enfant

For Students 9th - 10th
An oil painting of Pierre Charles L'Enfant (1754-1852) is found here.
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Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Imhotep

For Students 9th - 10th
Imhotep was the architect who designed the Step Pyramid. He was a high official during the reign of King Djoser. He was deified and was worshiped in the Ptolemaic period and during the Roman period.
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Design Museum (London): Zaha Hadid

For Students 9th - 10th
An impressive biography of Zaha Hadid, which includes a photo of Hadid, a chronological display of selected works, and a bibliography of additional readings.
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I.m. Pei, East Bldg, National Gallery of Art

For Students 9th - 10th
From a wonderful compilation of 10,000 images by Mary Ann Sullivan of Bluffton College. There are images of the exterior of the National Gallery of Art from all angles. This building is designed by I.M. Pei, the 1983 selection for the...
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Virginia Tech

International Archive of Women in Architecture

For Students 9th - 10th
The IAWA was established in 1985 at Virginia Tech to document the history of women's involvement in architecture. Check out the Online Inventory and other links associated with this site.
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McGill University

Canadian Architecture 101

For Students 9th - 10th
Canada Council for the Arts supports Architecture in Canada; this website helps younger students explore uniquely Canadian architecture. There are direct links to famous buildings in all ten provinces and eight different types of...
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Curated OER

Bluffton University: Contemporary Arts Center

For Students 9th - 10th
A wonderful compilation of 10,000 images by Mary Ann Sullivan of Bluffton College. There are images of the facade, general exterior, and the lobby of the Contemporary Arts Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, designed by Zaha Hadid. She is the...
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Harcourt: Biographies

For Students 9th - 10th
A fantastic resource where you can find biographies of historical figures. You can search by the person's name or by topics, such as Presidents, United States Leaders, Scientists, Inventors, Humanitarians, Explorers and Pioneers,...
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US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Architectural and Engineering Managers

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the work of engineering, science and computer systems managers, their training requirements and the prospects for these occupations.
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The Wharton Group

Discover France: Art Periods: Cubism

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed history and explanation of the ideologies behind cubism. Lots of cubism links as well.
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PBS

Pbs: Commanding Heights the Battle for the World Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
A huge site dedicated to an understanding of the current global economic system. Includes the history, forces, values and perceptions that have shaped the world's economy. A comprehensive resource that includes a detailed economic report...

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