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 | Eisenhower Executive Office Building Historical tour of the building that was formerly known as the Old Executive Office Building, begun in 1871 to house the State, War and Navy departments |
 | The United States Capitol Official site maintained by the Architect of the Capitol provides historic and current information on the function and architecture of the Capitol, House and Senate buildings, and surrounding grounds. |
 | National Register of Historic Places The official site provides a searchable database of properties on the Register, information on listing, virtual tours of historic sites, resources for teaching, and order form for its publications. |
 | Useit.com Jakob Nielsen's column on Web usability, usability engineering, and his minimalist approach to Web quality, recommended links/books. Also his biography and upcoming talks. |
 | RIBA Bookshops Books, reports, contracts, videos, software, magazines for the architecture, design and construction industries in the UK. |
 | University of Texas: Architecture and Planning Library Containing periodical subscriptions, the library's collection for the School of Architecture, for scholars in the disciplines of art history, design, and American Studies, and for architecture and planning professionals. |
 | Mary McLeod Bethune Council House Home in the 1940s to Bethune (1875-1955), black educator and activist, and today the headquarters of the National Council of Negro Women. Site includes information on Bethune, the house, and on the National Archives for Black Women's History. |
 | UCal Berkeley CED Documents Collection University of California College of Environmental Design holds architectural drawings, papers and photographs - the work of those who shaped the San Francisco Bay area in the early 20th century. |
 | West Virginia State Historic Preservation Office Aims to identify, recognize, preserve and protect West Virginia's prehistoric and historic structures and sites. Staff, programs, West Virginia Historic Register, Historic Preservation Grants, archaeology and preservation news. |
 | US Green Building Council A leading non-profit organization dedicated to sustainable building design and construction. Developers of the LEED building rating system. |
 | Roadside America Travel guide to offbeat attractions, tourist traps, weird vacations, and roadtrips. Includes tourism news. |
 | Built in America The Library of Congress Historic American Buildings Survey and Historic American Engineering Record. Searchable database of images. |
 | Nova Online: Pisa Panorama An overview of the Field of Miracles, including the famous Leaning Tower. History of interventions, and details of some of Galileo's experiments. |
 | Eiffel Tower The official site - news, documentation, illustrations, 360° and 3D virtual visits, videos, and a chance to win tickets. |
 | Versailles, France Elegant bilingual official site offering history, guided tour via an interactive map, 360-degree panoramas, gallery of masterpieces and visitor information. |
 | Boxes and Arrows Journal dedicated to discussing, improving and promoting the work of the information architecture community. Offers current, as well as previous issues and submission information for authors. |
 | Dynamic Diagrams A group of information architects, visual designers, and Web designers. Consultants in information architecture for Web sites. |
 | American Society of Indexers (ASI) Nonprofit organization that promotes excellence in indexing and works to increase awareness of the value of well-written indexes. Features news, resources, publications, local chapters, special interest groups and contact information. |
 | National Building Museum Dedicated to exploring and celebrating architecture, design, engineering, construction, and urban planning. Located in Washington, D.C. |
 | CAF: Chicago Architecture Foundation Dedicated to advancing public interest and education in architecture and design through a comprehensive program of tours, exhibitions, lectures and special events. |
 | MoMA: Architecture and Design The world's first curatorial department devoted to architecture and design was established in 1932. The architecture collection documents buildings through models, drawings, and photographs, and includes the Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Archive. |
 | Art and Architecture Thesaurus A structured vocabulary from the Getty Trust of more than 125,000 terms for describing fine art, architecture, decorative arts, archival materials, and material culture. |
 | Prairie Avenue Bookshop Chicago bookshop features books on architecture, design, technology and related fields. Online catalog and ordering. |
 | Pevsner Architectural Guides Series describing historic buildings of all types for each county in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales; order online. |
 | The World Art Group Archaeology, architecture and art books from Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Egypt, Finland, Greece, Iran and Turkey. |
 | Florida Lighthouse Association A not-for-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of Florida's lighthouses and maritime heritage. Includes, membership, photos, news and contact details. |
 | Texas Governor's Mansion An example of Greek Revival architecture and contains an extensive collection of early 19th century American furniture. Site includes a virtual tour, suggested classroom activities, and a history of the mansion. |
 | New Jersey Lighthouse Society The NJLHS is non-profit, educational corporation dedicated to the history and preservation of lighthouses, particularly in the New Jersey, Delaware Bay and New York Harbor areas. |
 | Decatur House Describes the house (built for naval hero Stephen Decatur in 1819), its furnishings, and its residents over the years. |
 | Washington Navy Yard History The U.S. Navy's oldest shore establishment, dating from 1799, was a shipbuilding center, then an ordnance plant and is now the ceremonial and administrative center for the Navy. |
 | Frederick Douglass National Historic Site Douglass, a former slave, became one of the pre-eminent crusaders against slavery as a speaker, writer and publisher. His home in Washington, where he lived from 1877 to 1895, is now a National Park Service site. |
 | Sonic Memorial Project Archive and online audio installation of the history of the World Trade Center. Includes sounds, stories, timeline, and resources for educators. With information how to contribute personal stories or audio memories. |
 | Modcom The Modern Committee is a Los Angeles-based volunteer group formed in response to the rapid destruction of post-WWII buildings. Includes listings of endangered and destroyed Modern buildings in southern California. |
 | Mark Twain House Tour the Hartford, Connecticut home where Mark Twain lived and worked from 1874 to 1891. Learn about Twain's life and times, check out the children's activities and events calendar or visit the Museum Shop. |
 | Boston Society of Architects Provides news and events, directory of members, and guides to its committees and publications, working with an architect, and education. |
 | The Henry Ford Estate This National Historic Landmark at Fair Lane, Dearborn preserves, collects, restores, interprets and manages the estate. Includes history, tour, gift shop, and maps. |
 | Grand Hotel Mackinac Island. The world's largest summer hotel since 1887. Placed on the National Register in 1989. |
 | American Architectural Foundation Nonprofit educational organization, based at the Octagon Museum, Washington. Grants and scholarships, education and programs, the Mayors' Institute on City Design. |
 | Diner City Online directory of roadside architecture featuring photos of classic diners, motels, gas stations, route 66, googie coffee shops, and highway history |
 | Lost America Night Photography A collection of night photography by Troy Paiva of the abandoned roadside west - buildings, signs, vehicles and scrapyards. |
 | World Heritage Sites in the United States The National Park Service and US/ICOMOS offer a list of sites of cultural and natural interest already nominated and waiting for review. Criteria for site nominations. |
 | Canadian Centre for Architecture A museum and study centre in Montréal devoted to international architecture past and present. French and English language options. |
 | Royal Architectural Institute of Canada The RAIC is a voluntary national association representing professional architects, and faculty and graduates of accredited Canadian Schools of Architecture. |
 | Images of England A digital library of photographs and descriptions of England's Listed Buildings. All descriptions and many images can be searched online. Project organized by English Heritage. |
 | Heritage Council Proposes policies and priorities for the identification, protection, preservation and enhancement of the national heritage. News, a bulletin board, publications and events. |
 | Heritage of Ireland Interactive maps lead to photographs, descriptions and visitor information on historic sites, buildings, gardens and inland waterways managed by Dúchas, the Heritage Service. |
 | Restauro The annual International Fair of the Art of Restoration and Conservation of Cultural and Environmental Heritage. Site in Italian and English. |
 | The Leaning Tower of Pisa The official site gives an illustrated history of the famous tower, Quick Time panoramas and searchable archives of photographs and historical sources. |
 | Pisa in Virtual Reality ComPart provides interactive 360-degree QuickTime panoramas of the architectural ensemble of Cathedral Square, the cloistered churchyard, Baptistry and Cathedral, with brief descriptions. |
 | SPQR: Encyclopaedia Romana James Grout's collection of articles, plans and pictures of ancient Rome and its remains, with an extensive bibliography. Includes Vitruvius's comments on temple architecture. |
 | Villa Aldobrandini Paula J. Howarth tells the story of this villa built on the Quirinal hill at the beginning of the 17th century by Cardinal Pietro Aldobrandini, with bibliography. |
 | Capitolium Official website of the archaeological site of the Imperial Forums. Includes maps, a virtual tour, and information on life in ancient Rome. |
 | ArchiNed The architecture site of the Netherlands. News, jobs, agenda and hundreds of links. English and Dutch versions. |
 | Netherlands Architecture Institute Exhibitions include 'Two Centuries of Architecture in the Netherlands'. Collection of drawings and photographs: the work of virtually every important Dutch architect since 1800 is represented. |
 | Amsterdam Heritage An introduction to the city's historic buildings and sites. Photographs and information on the architecture and preservation of historic buildings, from the Bureau Monumentenzorg. |
 | ARCAM Amsterdam centre for architecture offers an overview of lectures, exhibitions and publications. Educational projects, press releases, information about the organization. |
 | Cultural Map of Hellas The Ministry of Culture provides interactive maps, index and search engine to information on 1000 archaeological sites, buildings and museums spanning ancient, Byzantine and modern. |
 | Monuments of Paris Expandable thumbnail photographs and brief histories and descriptions of the city's best-known architectural gems. |
 | Le Corbusier Foundation Established by the architect to preserve his works - original drawings, studies and plans, as well as written and photographic archives. |
 | Europan Organizes European competitions for new architecture on themes related to urbanism. Activities, publications, themes, results. French and English versions. |
 | Yin Yu Tang, A Chinese Home Interactive tour of a house that belonged to a merchant from the late Qing dynasty, and was originally located in southeastern China. From the Peabody Essex Museum. [Requires Flash]. |
 | Virtual Ani, Armenia Interactive map of the deserted medieval city brings up thumbnail photographs and key facts on each building. Brief history, account of its rediscovery and comments on recent excavation and restoration. |
 | Australian Building Codes Board Comprehensive information about the body responsible for developing and managing a uniform, national approach to building codes and building standards. |
 | Australian Heritage Commission Information about the commission, a statutory authority which advises the Commonwealth on Australia's architectural heritage. |
 | African Heritage Architecture Paul L. Taylor documents traditional African architecture. Gallery of photographs of buildings in Senegal, Cote d’Ivoire and Ghana, together with his articles on the topic. |
 | Iaslash News forum for information architects. |
 | Elegant Hack Information Archtitect resources, weblog, and newsletter. |
 | LouisRosenfeld.com Information architecture consulting services from Louis Rosenfeld, a leading industry expert. Also hosts Bloug, a weblog on information architecture. |
 | Hey Otwell Andrew Otwell's blog, with links to information architecture, user-centered design, and interaction design resources. |
 | Information & Design Consultancy based in Melbourne, Australia provides usability, user experience design and information architecture services. Features usability resources, articles, presentations and contact information. |
 | Synapse Offers domain expertise, a national network of contract lexicographers and indexers and enterprise-class software solutions. Features a taxonomy warehouse, white papers, software demo, services and contact information. |
 | Information Architecture for the World Wide Web Book on how to blend aesthetics and mechanics for web sites and intranets that are easy to navigate and appealing to users, are scalable and simple to maintain. Features sample chapters, errata and reviews. By Louis Rosenfeld and Peter Morville. |
 | InfoDesign Dedicated to the growth and improvement of the information and experience industries through the provision of a centralized online resource. Features news, organizations, publications and events. |
 | EnterFrame Navneet Nair speaks on topics such as emerging technologies, enterprise applications, UI architecture and visual design. Includes archives. |
 | IAwiki A wiki dedicated to the topic of Information Architecture |
 | AusSI Conference Sydney Indexing the World of Information: an international indexing conference organized by the Australian Society of Indexers. Features program information, membership information and resources. Sydney, Australia. |
 | Canadian Center for Architecture A museum and study center devoted to national and international architecture past and present. Information on exhibitons, publications and collections. (French and English) |
 | Graycliff: Isabelle R. Martin House The official web site for the Graycliff Conservancy, a non-profit organization establish to preserve and restore the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Graycliff, the Isabelle R. Martin House. |
 | The Skyscraper Museum Temporary exhibits throughout New York City, and a permanent home in Battery Park City dedicated to the history of tall buildings. |
 | Museum of Finnish Architecture The museum builds a bridge between architecture and its users, and encourages the interaction of professionals. It focuses on post-1900 architecture. (Finnish and English) |
 | Bauhaus Archive: Museum of Design The Bauhaus-Archive Berlin researches, documents and presents the history of the Bauhaus school (1919-1933). The museum has the most comprehensive Bauhaus collection worldwide. (German and English) |
 | The Architecture Museum in Basel Privately funded foundation, presenting a variety of exhibitions on Swiss and international architecture. (German, French, Italian and English) |
| ARCAM: Architecture Center Amsterdam Located next to the Academy of Architecture, ARCAM exhibits and publishes on many activities in the field of architecture, urbanism and design. (Dutch and English) |
 | MAK Center for Art and Architecture, Los Angeles Offers a schedule of exhibitions, symposia, lectures, performances, workshops, and publications and hosts a residency program for visiting artists and architects. Located R.M. Schindler's famous studio house. |
 | The Octagon Museum Oldest museum in the United States dedicated to architecture and design. Collections include prints and drawings, decorative arts, architectural fragments and archaeology. Includes history of the building, memberships, docent corps and internships. Loc |
 | The Conservation Glossary Architectural, building and conservation terms explained by Neil Grieve of The Centre for Conservation and Urban Studies, University of Dundee. |
 | AIA Bookstore Bookstore is owned and operated by the American Institute of Architects, Philadelphia Chapter. |
 | Victorian House Reprints of houseplan books from the 1830s to the 1930s, plus free samples of vintage house designs and floor plans. |
 | The Not So Big House Site for everything about architect Sarah Susanka, author and leading proponent of better residential design. |
 | Arkansas Architecture Heritage Stories of Arkansas architecture, historic landmarks, and the folklore surrounding their unique contributions to the state history. |
 | Parkinson Archives Professional archive of architectural drawings. Also includes specific designs and current projects of the firm. |
 | AIA Austin A chapter of the American Institute of Architects. Aims to serve its members and promote awareness of the built environment and the architectural profession. |
 | The Charles W Moore Center for the Study of Place Aims to care for the Moore/Andersson Compound, a set of buildings of international significance, and promote Moore's teaching on architecture. Mission, online tour, biography of Moore, the Moore archive, events. |
 | Dallas Skyscrapers Offers a brief overview of the city's urban heritage and provides photographs, facts and figures. |
 | AIA Dallas An association representing members of The American Institute of Architects (AIA) in Dallas, Texas. Programs, events, awards, committee, membership and employment. |
 | AIA Fort Worth An association representing members of The American Institute of Architects (AIA). Searchable architect directory and employment opportunities. |
 | King William Association Aims to preserve the architectural and cultural heritage of the oldest historical neighborhood districts of San Antonio. Mission, history, tour, events. |
 | San Antonio Conservation Society Preserving San Antonio heritage for future generations of South Texans. Learn about the society - the goals, the projects, the leaders, and the related sites. |
 | Texas Society of Architects Represents the members of the American Institute of Architects in Texas. Articles, awards, job listings, meetings, events and resources. |
 | Texas Escapes: Architecture Images, history and information on Texas buildings grand and small, including details such as gargoyles, cornerstones, and bricks. Articles on a range of topics, reproduced from print and online sources. |
 | Woodrow Wilson House President Wilson's home from 1921 until his death in 1924 is Washington's only Presidential museum. |
 | Holt House History of the house, built in the early 1800s, and of efforts to preserve it as a historic reminder of the legacy of slavery. |
 | Decatur House 1819 home of naval hero Stephen Decatur. Teacher's lesson plan prepared by the National Register of Historic Places. |
 | Anderson Cottage News links about the history and restoration of this summer home Abraham Lincoln used at the Soldiers' Home in Washington, D.C. |
 | House of the Temple National headquarters of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Site includes a text-and-photo virtual tour of the building. |
 | Sewall-Belmont House Built in 1800, this historic Capitol Hill house has been headquarters of the National Woman's Party since 1929. Includes history of the party and of the house, news, listing of events and information on special event rentals. |
 | World Trade Center History An illustrated outline of the rise and use of the twin towers that became symbols of New York, by David Johnson from Infoplease. |
 | Healing N.Y.C. An online petition to restore Twin Towers to the World Trade Center. Includes links and discussion. |
 | The Skyscraper Museum: WTC Monument Online-presentation of an exhibition that took place in spring 2002, dedicated to the construction and history of the twin towers. Includes historical photography and models of the buildings. |
 | Architecture of California Photographs and information, with sources, on a selection of significant buildings in California, from Great Buildings Online. |
 | The Art Deco Society of California A not-for-profit organization with both serious and social activities. Events, membership, preservation awards (with photographs of some Deco buildings), guide to Art Deco in the San Francisco Bay area, magazine. |
 | Mark Twain House Contemporary color photographs of exterior with architectural information, from the Kidder Smith Images Project. |
 | AIA Arizona Arizona chapter of the American Institute of Architects. |
 | Georgia's Old Governor's Mansion Information about the historic home of nine Georgia governors (1839 to 1868). The mansion is located on the campus of Georgia College & State University and offers guided tours to the general public and students. |
 | AIA Georgia The state chapter of the American Institute of Architects works to promote the profession of architecture. Activities, events, newsletter, continuing education. |
 | Borden Flats Light History, photos plus descriptive information on lighthouse built of cast iron plates on a concrete caisson base. |
 | iBoston Architecture and history of Boston buildings and works of public art with photography, census, and biographical data. |
 | Boston Foundation for Architecture Information on non-profit, grant-giving organization that supports public education programs in state related to design and the built environment; includes grant application and list of past recipients. |
 | Massachusetts Lighthouses List of and links to information on the various lighthouses in the state, many of which have significance but are not open to the public. |
 | Massachusetts Lights Descriptive information, history and large, contemporary photos of several lighthouses and stations in Massachusetts. |
 | AIA Michigan This chapter of the American Institute of Architects works to enhance the architect's position. Includes news, events, job board, award announcements. |
 | The Turner-Dodge House The Classical Revival, 1903 home is a National Historic Site whose families were instrumental in the development of the State Capitol and Michigan. |
 | Historic Fort Wayne Detroit's 3rd and only remaining fort, contains the original 1848 limestone barracks building, the 1845 Star Fort , the restored Commanding Officers House and Spanish American War Guardhouse, two large parade grounds, several Officers houses and support b |
 | Alden B. Dow Home, Studio and Archives Home of the architect and a National Historic Landmark in Midland, Michigan. Includes information on tours, research opportunities, historical information and related links. |
 | Michigan State Capitol Lansing, October 5, 1992. Contains history and in depth description of the building and its restoration. |
 | Mann House Concord. State park that features a Victorian home, and demonstrates life in the late 19th and early 20th century. |
 | Pewabic Pottery A National Historic Landmark, founded in 1903. Pewabic is now dedicated to the preservation of the Arts & Crafts ideals and contemporary ceramic arts. Site has history, museum, studio, exhibitions, and store. |
 | Calumet Theater A National Historic Landmark, site contains history of the theater as well as current information about events and tickets. |
 | Roadside Peek A tour of 1950s roadside signage and buildings. Includes sections on the futuristic Googie style and its polynesian-influenced cousin - the Tiki look. |
 | American Diner Museum A non-profit organization established in 1996 to recognize the diner's cultural and historical significance as well as its national importance. |
 | Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor Aims to identify, conserve, promote, and interpret the cultural, historical, natural, recreational, and economic resources along the historic Lincoln Highway in Pennsylvania. |
 | Back On Tack A collection of roadside attractions, road art and diners. Self-confessed tackaholic Steve takes a historical and humorous look at the culture of roadside kitsch. |
 | Roadside Architecture Debra Jane's extensive listings with photographs of historical eateries, giant structures, lodging, miniature golf, advertisement signs, and gas stations across the USA. Listed by category and by state. |
 | Mission 66 Visitor Centers Christine Madrid discusses and illustrates the visitor centers built in US national parks 1956-1966 as examples of early modern, distinctly American architecture. |
 | How to Research Architecture A beginner's guide by the New York Public Library, particularly relevant for users of that library and buildings in New York. |
 | The Lustron Connection Ron Allen presents a history, registry and photograph gallery of Lustron steel homes built in the US between 1949 and 1950 for returning servicemen. |
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