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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Wa (State): Adventuress (Schooner Yacht)

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Built in 1913 as a yacht for private Arctic exploration, this schooner actually spent most of its career as a pilot boat at San Francisco. It is significant as an example of the work of the naval architect Bowdoin B. Crowninshield, who...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in New York: Darwin D. Martin House

For Students 9th - 10th
Considered the most important building of architect Frank Lloyd Wright's early career.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Missouri: Christ Church Cathedral

For Students 9th - 10th
Construction for the church began in 1859, but the structure was not completed until 1867. The Gothic Revival building was designed by architect Leopold Eidlitz, even though he was not devoted to the Gothic style.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Massachusetts: Castle Hill

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This early 20th-century country estate is one of the finest of its type. The house was designed by architect David Adler of Chicago, and the landscaping was done by the Olmsted Brothers firm, among others. The estate is owned by The...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Indiana: North Christian Church

For Students 9th - 10th
Completed in 1964, this was designed by Finnish architect Eero Saarinen. It has a hexagonal shape with an elevated hexagonal sanctuary in the center and pews surrounding the altar. From the roof rises a 192-foot (59 m) spire and cross,...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in New Jersey: Grace Church

For Students 9th - 10th
Designed by Richard Upjohn, this Gothic church was a major influence to other American Gothic architects.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Massachusetts: Christ Church

For Students 9th - 10th
This church, designed by architect Peter Harrison and completed in 1761, served Cambridge Anglicans. Despite numerous alterations, the church has retained much its original 18th century character.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Arizona: Taliesin West

For Students 9th - 10th
Winter home of architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Tennessee: Tennessee State Capitol

For Students 9th - 10th
This fine example of Greek Revival architecture includes four Ionic porticos and a simple, well-proportioned interior. It was built in 1845-1859 under the direction of the noted architect William Strickland.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Alabama: Gaineswood

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This Greek Revival mansion was designated a NHL because it is considered one of the most unusual examples of that architectural style in the United States. It was built over the course of eighteen years by amateur architect and planter...
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Space Architecture

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the job of a space architect. This site discusses all of the knowledge that is brought together to design a space structure. An engaging lesson plan is provided for the classroom. [4 mins, 58 secs]
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This August 2008 article and audio feature from Minnesota Public Radio describes the famous gas station that was the only one designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright and celebrated its fiftieth anniversary this year. Includes a...
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This August 2008 article and audio feature from Minnesota Public Radio describes the famous gas station that was the only one designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright and celebrated its fiftieth anniversary this year. Includes a...
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This August 2008 article and audio feature from Minnesota Public Radio describes the famous gas station that was the only one designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright and celebrated its fiftieth anniversary this year. Includes a...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Mausoleum at Halicarnassus

For Students 9th - 10th
The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus was a tomb built between 353 and 350 BC at Halicarnassus (present Bodrum, Turkey) for Mausolus, a satrap in the Persian Empire, and Artemisia II of Caria, his wife and sister. The structure was designed by...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Arnolfo Di Cambio

For Students 9th - 10th
(1232-1310) Italian architect and sculptor.

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