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June 8, 1867: Architect Frank Lloyd Wright Born
On this day in 1867, American architect Frank Lloyd Wright was born. One of the world’s most famous houses created by Frank Lloyd Wright is the weekend retreat called Fallingwater. Browse through drawings, photographs, and read the critical response to the design of Fallingwater at the time.
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June 8, 1867: Architect Frank Lloyd Wright Born

On this day in 1867, American architect Frank Lloyd Wright was born.

One of the world’s most famous houses created by Frank Lloyd Wright is the weekend retreat called Fallingwater.

Browse through drawings, photographs, and read the critical response to the design of Fallingwater at the time.

Source: to.pbs.org

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