For Immediate Release: July 13, 2010
Media Contact: Marketing and Communication Department
2010 Three Movements Series: Media Advisory
WHO/WHAT
The National Building Museum developed the Three Movements in Architecture series to give the general public, students, and professionals the opportunity to learn more about significant movements in architectural history. The summer 2010 series focuses on Gothic Revival, Brutalism, and Postmodernism.
Gothic Revival: During the mid-19th century, the revival of medieval forms of architecture—pointed arches, tracery, towers, and turrets—stood in contrast to the prevalent classicism of the time. Barbara Campagna, FAIA, LEED™ AP, Graham Gund Architect of the National Trust, Stewardship of Historic Sites, explores this prolific period in architectural history. 1.5 LU (AIA)
Brutalism: Derived from the French term béton brut, the Brutalist movement in architecture is characterized by a predominant use of raw concrete and blocky forms. Susan Piedmont-Palladino, National Building Museum curator and architecture professor at Virginia Tech’s Washington Alexandria Architecture Center, explores this form of architecture that many love to hate. 1.5 LU (AIA)
Postmodernism: The Postmodern movement in architecture embraced "wit, ornament, and historical reference" in response to the formalism of the International Style of modernism. Roger K. Lewis, FAIA, architect, planner, professor emeritus at the University of Maryland School of Architecture, and author of the "Shaping the City" column in The Washington Post, draws on his years of writing to discuss this reactionary approach to architecture. 1.5 LU (AIA)
Self-guided D.C. architecture tours for all three movements will be available on our web site for anyone who wants a closer look at the architectural styles featured in the lectures.
WHERE
National Building Museum
401 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
(Judiciary Square Metro, Red Line)
$12 Museum; $12 Student; $20 Non-members.
Special series pricing for all three: $30 Member; $30 Student; $50 Non-member
Prepaid registration required. Walk-in registration based on availability.
Purchase tickets online now or call 202.272.2448.
Complimentary tickets available for press with proper credentials.
WHEN
Gothic Revival: Saturday, July 24, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Brutalism: Saturday, July 31, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Postmodernism: Saturday, August 7, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
CONTACT
Marketing and Communications Department, 202.272.2448, ext. 3458
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