Explore Frank Lloyd Wright’s Unrealized Vision For an Iconic American City Like Never Before

Titled “Frank Lloyd Wright’s Southwestern Pennsylvania,” the exhibit, which opened on Saturday, brings these imagined structures to life in a whole new way. Co-organized by the Westmoreland Museum of American Art and Fallingwater, guests can explore both realized and unrealized projects by Wright to gain a broader understanding of his cohesive vision for the area. To visualize the projects, Skyline Ink Animators + Illustrators created realistic animated films, which allow virtual exploration of Wright’s designs. Visitors will be able to watch three films showcasing the projects, offering a multimedia “walk” through the unbuilt projects. Each animation will particularly focus on materials, textures, light, and shadow.

“We are thrilled to have “Frank Lloyd Wright’s Southwestern Pennsylvania” on view at the museum,” Aileen Fuchs, president and executive director of the National Building Museum, said in a statement. “We feel fortunate to have a new window into the mind of this legendary architect. By presenting both realized and unrealized projects, the exhibition encourages visitors to consider what might have been.”

In addition to Wright’s creations, the exhibit also explores Kaufmann and other individuals who play an important role in the architect’s involvement with the area. “Frank Lloyd Wright’s Southwestern Pennsylvania” will be on view until March 17, 2025. As Fuchs added, “We hope it sparks curiosity and a better understanding of the impact architecture can have on urban, suburban, and rural landscapes.”