Art at Lunch Program 

One of the most prolific and creative American architects of the 19th century, this year is the 100th anniversary of the death of Frank Furness. George Thomas, author, scholar and organizer of a city-wide Furness celebration this fall, examines the unique cultural context that freed the young architect to step into the modern world and create some of his most exuberant masterworks, resulting in modern day landmarks like PAFA's HIstoric Landmark Bulding and the library at the University of Pennsylvania.