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2007 Scully Prize Rybczynski: News Release
September 11, 2006
The National Building Museum's eighth Vincent Scully Prize will be presented on January 17, 2007 to Witold Rybczynski. The award recognizes Rybczynski's contributions as a scholar, author, professor, and architect to the fields of architecture and urban planning.
Lessons in Arcology
September 1, 2006
Interview with Italian-born architect Paolo Soleri renowned for his philosophy called “arcology,” which proposes that extremely compact communities offer great environmental and social advantages.
The Art of Building Lightly
September 1, 2006
In an interview, "paper architect," Shigeru Ban shares his views on green design, post-disaster construction, and the architectural culture of his native Japan.
All That Glitters Isn't Green
September 1, 2006
Dr. Martin and Mr. Foss of PATH Partners share their insights on evolution and future of the green building movement.
A Green Fall: News Release
August 10, 2006
In response to the growing appetite for green living, the National Building Museum is expanding its menu of green offerings with practical “how-to” sessions for homeowners, architects, interior designers, and planners, and fun introductions to green principles for young people. This fall, the Museum is building on the current exhibition The Green House: New Directions in Sustainable Architecture and Design and its comprehensive website with a wide selection of green programming. General interest and technical lectures; family activities and festivals; a one-day home renovation expo called Greenovation; and more will promote “going green” and help satisfy the growing demand for information on how to make environmentally-conscious lifestyle and design choices.
2006 Festival of the Building Arts: News Release
July 18, 2006
Ever wonder what it’s like to build “green” or be a master craftsperson? Visitors can discover the skills and secrets employed in the building arts and learn how expert builders help conserve the Earth’s resources at the National Building Museum’s Festival of the Building Arts on October 7, 2006, from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Bridge Basics: News Release
July 13, 2006
For the first time in its history, the National Building Museum is making available one of its highly-acclaimed, award-winning education programs as a comprehensive curriculum for nationwide classroom use. Developed by the Museum in partnership with the Construction Industry Round Table, the innovative, multi media Bridge Basics Program Kit introduces students to the fields of design, engineering, and construction through bridges. With lesson plans, a computer interactive, and hands-on activities, the curriculum teaches the fundamentals of structural engineering while fostering critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills required for life.
The Marden House
June 1, 2006
James Kimsey, a co-founder of America Online and current owner of the Marden House, shares his views on Frank Lloyd Wright, the story of how he came to acquire the well-known property, and the importance of its preservation.
No Ordinary Clients
June 1, 2006
An in-depth look at a home situated on the Potomac River, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for the highly accomplished couple, Luis and Ethel Marden.
The Pope-Leighey House
June 1, 2006
Loren Pope recounts the story of how Frank Lloyd Wright came to design his famous home in Virignia and the details of its design and construction.
Prairie Skyscraper Exhibition: News Release
March 30, 2006
The National Building Museum will present a comprehensive exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of the completion of Frank Lloyd Wright’s only skyscraper—the Price Tower in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, of 1956.
2006 National Cherry Blossom Festival: News Release
March 9, 2006
The official kick-off for Washington D.C.’s National Cherry Blossom Festival® will begin on Saturday, March 25, 2006, with the first-ever National Cherry Blossom Festival Family Day, presented in collaboration with the National Building Museum from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Museum. Following the free Family Day, the National Cherry Blossom Festival, in collaboration with the National Building Museum, will present the official Opening Ceremony from 4:00 to 5:30 pm.
The Green House Exhibition: News Release
February 23, 2006
If Mr. Blandings were building his dream house today, it would be green—in the environmental sense that is. While most Americans regard home ownership as nothing short of a birthright, rapidly escalating costs of land, energy, and materials are fueling a growing interest in sustainability in home design and construction. The growing mandate for green design in home building is explored comprehensively for the first time by the National Building Museum in The Green House: New Directions in Sustainable Architecture and Design.
2006 Scully Prize: News Release
January 19, 2006
The National Building Museum today presented its seventh Vincent J. Scully Prize to Phyllis Lambert. The Museum’s Prize recognizes Lambert’s outstanding contributions to the design of the built environment, advancement of public awareness of design, and dedication to architectural preservation.
2006 Scully Prize: News Release
January 19, 2006
The National Building Museum today presented its seventh Vincent J. Scully Prize to Phyllis Lambert.
