Columbus: A Modern City
How Columbus, Indiana, became a mecca for Mid Century Modern architecture. In many parts of the Midwest, the land is mostly flat and dotted with cornfields. But the city of…
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The Philips Exeter Academy Library: A Cathedral of Learning
In Exeter, New Hampshire, is the sixth oldest boarding school in America, Philips Exeter Academy. On the campus of this boarding school, which dates back to 1781, is the second…
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Rockin’ Around the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
Learn how the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree has become a signal of the holiday season in New York. Raising the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is a cherished tradition with roots…
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The Edith Farnsworth House: A Space for the Individual
Ask a fan of modern architecture to cite a few of the most celebrated residential landmarks of International Style design in the US, and many will name the Edith Farnsworth…
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The Very First Airstream Has Been Found
Retro Airstreams are coveted collectors’ items. But now one of the first, original models has been recovered for all to enjoy.
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The Weighty Lightness of Dulles International
If you’re flying into Washington DC, you will probably arrive at either the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Dulles International is located just…
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10 Mid Mod Towns in America
Take a digital road trip with us, as we explore the top 10 mid-mod towns from across the United States!
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The Hawaii State Capitol Building: An Architectural Ode to the Islands
One of the most iconic and surprising buildings in Hawaii is the State Capitol Building in Honolulu. This structure stands out both for the distinctiveness of its Hawaiian international style…
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Tucson: A Modernism Oasis
Mid century optimism is alive and well in the Arizona desert. Nestled amid the backdrop of the Santa Catalina mountains in the southeast corner of Arizona, Tucson stands as a…
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