The Philip Johnson Glass House

For more than 50 years, Philip Johnson was one of the most influential figures in American design and architecture. He has played an enormous role in both understanding and creating the urban skylines of the country. As historian, curator, and practicing architect he has had a formative effect on generations of architects. Johnson designed many landmarks across the nation, including the twin trapezoid-shaped Pennzoil Place in Houston, the 51-story IDS Center in Minneapolis and the New York State Theater at Lincoln Center. In 1949, after a number of years as the Museum of Modern Art's first director of the Architecture Department, Johnson designed a residence for himself in New Canaan, Connecticut for his master degree thesis, the now famous Glass House.

For more information visit: www.philipjohnsonglasshouse.org/

Visitor Center:
199 Elm Street, New Canaan, (203)594-9585.

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