Tod Williams and Billie Tsien

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First Look at the Future Obama Presidential Center

The former president and first lady released a first look at the designs for the future site of the Obama Presidential Center on the South Side of Chicago.

May 3, 2017 - Chicago Tribune

Opposition to Planned Museum Demolition Grows

Distinguished critic Paul Goldberger decries the Museum of Modern Art's recently announced plan to demolish the neighboring American Folk Art Museum. Meanwhile, social media campaigns are organizing opposition to the plan.

April 20, 2013 - Vanity Fair

MoMA to Demolish Neighbor Notable for Architectural Ambition

Just 12 years after it opened to critical acclaim, the American Folk Art Museum will be demolished by MoMA, its new owner. The irony of it being razed by an institution committed to preserving important pieces of modern design isn't lost on many.

April 11, 2013 - The New York Times

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