American Architect Frank Lloyd Wright spent time in Chandler from the late 1920s through the mid-1930s working on various projects in the area. While most of these projects never came to fruition, his vision for Chandler and the surrounding area was inspired by the desert and its unique landscape.
Join us at the Downtown Library on Saturday, May 21 at 10:30 am for a talk presented by the Chandler Museum. Our Stories: Frank Lloyd Wright and a New Vison for Chandler will cover Wright's various projects in Chandler, including the San Marcos on the Desert and Broadacre City, and incorporate the correspondence between Dr. AJ Chandler and Wright, which sheds light on their decision process and the missed opportunities. The talk is free and no registration is required.
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