Barry Byrne discusses architecture of Chicago ; part 1

BROADCAST: 1970 | DURATION: 00:28:10

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Synopsis

Barry Byrne, architect, recalls his life and how architecture has changed in his lifetime. He discusses his childhood, the death of his father, the Prairie School, and his time working under Frank Lloyd Wright. Byrne also touches on how Chicago's cityscape has changed such as the disappearance of small neighborhoods.

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Broadcast Date
1970

Physical Format
2 sound tape reels (ca. 53.47 min.): 7 in.

Duration
28 minutes, 10 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

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Architecture, Design, Urban Planning Chicago Urban Life

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