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The Art of Architecture

Season 1 Episode 7: Smithsonian National Museum of African American History

Next episode takes viewers on a captivating tour of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History, a stunning architectural masterpiece designed by renowned British architect David Adjaye, which draws inspiration from the rich art and history of Africa.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 World Trade Centre Transportation Hub

1. World Trade Centre Transportation Hub

Aired: Jul 24, 2019

Discover the fascinating story of Santiago Calatrava's World Trade Center Tra...

Episode 2 Battersea Power Station

2. Battersea Power Station

Aired: Jul 31, 2019

London's iconic Battersea Power Station is reborn after three decades of negl...

Episode 3 V&A Dundee

Aired: Aug 7, 2019

Japanese architect Kengo Kuma's UK debut, the striking V&A Dundee, is scrutin...

Episode 4 The Vessel

Aired: Aug 14, 2019

Thomas Heatherwick's innovative design of multiple staircases transformed Man...

Episode 5 Westminster Abbey

5. Westminster Abbey

Aired: Aug 21, 2019

Discovering the intricacies behind Ptolemy Dean's Weston Tower, a groundbreak...

Episode 6 Macallan Distillery

6. Macallan Distillery

Aired: Aug 28, 2019

Discover the creative vision behind the breathtaking Macallan Distillery in S...

Episode 7 Smithsonian National Museum of African American History

7. Smithsonian National Museum of African American History

Aired: Sep 4, 2019

Next episode takes viewers on a captivating tour of the Smithsonian National ...

Episode 8 The Design Museum London

8. The Design Museum London

Aired: Sep 11, 2019

The next episode delves into the architectural design of London's new Design ...

Episode 9 Hampshire House

9. Hampshire House

Aired: Sep 18, 2019

Next episode, John Simpson, a renowned architect, showcases his impressive po...

Episode 10 Alexandra Palace

10. Alexandra Palace

Aired: Sep 25, 2019

The next episode delves into the refurbished theatre at London's Alexandra Pa...

Info about The Art of Architecture

Seasons: 3

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: Sky Arts

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Family, Documentary