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Palladio: America's Architectural Grandfather
The grand buildings of Washington, D.C. would look quite different were it not for the work of a Renaissance architect and his influence on Thomas Jefferson. (4:47)
Produced by: Ryan Reed and Brian Wolly
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My first question seeing DC was why do all the government buildings look alike and like monuments? It's good.
Posted by Garry Baptist on October 29,2010 | 03:28 PM
The National Building Museum is offering public programs connected to our Palladio exhibition. Details and reservation information are at www.nbm.org.
Here are the highlights:
Program at the National Building Museum on "Drayton Hall: Palladio in America" (401 F Street NW, Washington DC)
December 1, 2010 / 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Located near Charleston, South Carolina, Drayton Hall is considered one of the finest and oldest examples of Georgian- Palladian architecture in the United States. Professor George W. McDaniel, Drayton Hall’s Executive Director, and Carter C. Hudgins, Director of Preservation, will give an illustrated talk about this National Trust property that dates to 1738. The program is moderated by Carl I. Gable, president of the Center for Palladian Studies in America. This program is presented in cooperation with the Center for Palladian Studies in America. 1.5 LU (AIA)
Posted by Carol Abrams on October 25,2010 | 05:53 PM