Oral history interview with J. William Mann, 1992 March 26 and April 14

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Mann, J. William,,. Oral history interview with J. William Mann, 1992 March 26 and April 14

Oral history interview with J. William Mann, 1992 March 26 and April 14

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/80282955

=aBill Mann was Chas. H. Tompkins Co. project manager for the construction of the East Building of the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. Mann explained the design of the building and the impact of various features on problems faced during construction. He described in detail construction processes, techniques, and innovations applied from excavation through finishing. He mentioned craftsmen involved in the process, and assessed their work and relationships, problems they encountered, and technical innovations. He described the work of the National Gallery's East Building committee, and recalled anecdotes concerning building construction, especially the challenges, personalities, and problem-solving approaches.

5 sound cassettes (ca. 200 minutes)

National Gallery of Art Library