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Washington State
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Art Deco Web Sites 
 Features an overview of the art deco style and movement as well as the style as represented in architecture; art; books and magazines; entertainment; fashion; furniture and furnishings; industrial design; decades, beginning with the 1920s; regions, including Africa, Asia, Australia and Oceania, Europe, North America, and South America; transportation; and weddings. Searchable and browsable. Maintained by the Art Deco Society of Washington. http://www.adsw.org/resource/websites.html Topics: Architecture by Place, Schools of Art Last updated Mar 6, 2004 Cities and Buildings Database
A "collection of [thousands of] digitized images of buildings and cities drawn from across time and throughout the world." Includes images "from New York to Central Asia, from African villages, to the Parc de la Villette, and conceptual sketches and models of Frank Gehry's Experience Music Project." From the University of Washington Libraries Digital Collections. http://content.lib.washington.edu/buildingsweb/ Topics: Architecture by Place, Photograph Collections: Regional, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States Last updated Aug 14, 2005 Dearborn-Massar Photographs
Presents examples of Pacific Northwest architecture photographed by Robert Massar and Phyllis Dearborn Massar between 1943 and 1963. Searchable, or browsable by name. Also features an excerpt from the book "Shaping Seattle Architecture: A Historical Guide to the Architects." From the University of Washington Libraries Digital Collections. http://content.lib.washington.edu/dearmassarweb/ Topics: Architecture, Architecture by Place, Notable People: Arts & Humanities, Photograph Collections Last updated Jan 12, 2005 Historic Everett
This site presents information about a group whose mission is "to preserve the heritage of the City of Everett [in Washington state] through advocacy, education and preservation." Features an "Old House Guide" for homeowners who wonder if their house is historic or has an architectural style which should be preserved. Includes an events calendar and membership information. http://www.historiceverett.org Topics: Architecture by Place, History Last updated Dec 13, 2004 Historic Seattle
This site represents a nonprofit membership organization "dedicated to preserving Seattle and King County's architectural legacy." The site features Preservation Seattle, an online monthly preservation magazine with searchable archives, as well as information about the group's programs, projects, events, news, and advocacy programs. Also includes a FAQ and volunteer opportunities. http://www.historicseattle.org/ Topics: Architecture, Architecture by Place, History Last updated Mar 23, 2006 Hovander Homestead Park
Describes this Whatcom County, Washington state, park named after Hokan Hovander, a Swedish architect who immigrated to Washington state in 1897. Features information about the farm house, the resident farm animals, the barn, the collection of antique farm implements, and the Tennant Lake Interpretive Center (elevated boardwalk, tower, and fragrance garden). Includes photos, a map of dog-walking areas, and an events calendar. http://www.co.whatcom.wa.us/parks/hovander/hovander.jsp Topics: Architecture by Place, Museums by Place: United States Last updated May 2, 2005 Hutchison Studio Photographs
This digital collection features the work of Ralph Raymond Hutchison. As the photographer for the Washington State University yearbook, Hutchison documented campus architecture, sporting events, campus activities and administrators, as well as the city of Pullman and the Palouse region. "The collection records the changes on the campus of WSU and in rural communities between the 1920s and the 1950s." Includes several aerial views. Browsable and searchable. From the Washington State University Libraries. http://www.wsulibs.wsu.edu/holland/masc/xhutchison.html Topics: Architecture by Place, Geography, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, U.S. History By Place, Water Last updated Oct 18, 2004 Issaquah History On-line
The purpose of this Washington state town's historical society is "the discovery, preservation, and dissemination of the history of Issaquah and environs, and the State of Washington as it relates to the local region." Includes a picture gallery, reading lists, historical documents and maps, information on the organization's museums, a historical and architectural walking tour and guide to special places, street name ordinance, educational resources, and many links to more local history. Searchable. http://www.issaquahhistory.org/ Topics: Architecture by Place, Museums by Place: United States Last updated Aug 5, 2003 James Patrick Lee Photographs
A collection of photographs taken by James P. Lee during the first half of the 20th century. "This collection contains 270 images ... that illustrate the architectural and engineering history of Seattle." Includes information about Lee and his photographs. Searchable, and browsable by topic or location. From University of Washington Libraries Digital Collections. http://content.lib.washington.edu/leeweb/ Topics: Architecture by Place, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: History, U.S. History By Place Last updated Aug 18, 2005 Karl Rove: The Architect
Companion to a program that looks at the life and career of Karl Rove, chief political adviser to President George W. Bush; the full program can be viewed at this site. Features biographical information, a chronology, essays about the Republican Party and politics in the state of Texas, interviews with political figures, news articles, and lesson plans. A joint report of PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) Frontline and the Washington Post. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/architect/ Topics: Architecture by Place, Lesson Plans, Nonfiction by Genre, Politics by Place, Presidents by Name Last updated Aug 15, 2007 Pacific Northwest Magazine
Online edition of the Sunday magazine of The Seattle Times. Articles cover regional lifestyles and include food, fitness, gardening, architecture, profiles, and more. Archived from 1990, and searchable through the paper's main website. http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/pacificnw/ Topics: Architecture by Place, Food & Cooking, Magazines by Place Last updated Aug 10, 2009 Portraits Database
This site features "an ongoing digital collection of photographs of individuals well known not only in the Pacific Northwest, but also nationally." Includes portraits of architects, artists, authors and editors, engineers, historians, legislators, mayors, photographers, surveyors, theatrical producers, and teachers. Descriptive data is included for each portrait. Searchable. From the University of Washington Libraries. http://content.lib.washington.edu/portraitsweb/ Topics: Architecture by Place, U.S. History By Place Last updated Oct 20, 2004 Top Projects of the Century in Washington State
Documents the top 10 construction projects in Washington state in the 20th century, according to a Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce readers poll. Selection was based on the impact of the projects, plus innovative and groundbreaking conceptualization and construction. Photographs, costs, and dates are provided for each project. Also includes the 25 oldest construction firms in Washington state and a list of the state's most influential 20th century architects and engineers. http://www.djc.com/special/century/ Topics: Architecture by Place Last updated Feb 3, 2004 Tracing the History of a Home or Building
Offers an explanation of how to trace the history of an older home or building. The information is specific to Snohomish County in Washington state, but the process can be applied elsewhere. Describes what to look for and where to look. Includes details about historic register records, maps, city and county records, newspapers, photographs, architectural resources, biographical resources, Internet tools, and local historical organizations. From the Everett Public Library Northwest Room. http://www.epls.org/nw/tracing.asp Topics: Architecture by Place, History Last updated Nov 14, 2006 University of Washington Libraries Digital Collections
These unique collections of historical photographs, documents, and other visual resources depict the history, natural sciences, and regional cultures of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest. "These collections are especially strong in Seattle history, architecture, labor and industry, the Klondike Gold Rush, and our natural environment" and are searchable by keywords, title, subject, description, or a variety of other fields. From the University of Washington Libraries' Digital Initiatives Program. http://content.lib.washington.edu/ Topics: Architecture by Place, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional: United States, U.S. History By Place Last updated Oct 13, 2004 University of Washington: Manuscripts, Special Collections, University Archives
The largest collection of Northwest history includes a historical map collection, children's literature, and architecture and travel material. The Web site includes a full description of the collection, hours of operation, services provided, and a comprehensive listing of exhibitions and events. Find links to searchable databases, finding aids, indexes, and a collection of digitized photographs. http://www.lib.washington.edu/speciaLcoll/ Topics: Architecture by Place Last updated Feb 17, 2003 |
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