Houses Have History

Duration: 15

Genre: Art | Educational

Year Published: 1980

Creator: Churchill Films

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Sound: sound

Description: A group of young people explore the wealth of history preserved in old houses and buildings. They observe, draw, record buildings and talk to long-time residents. Discovered are architectural details, styles, and the value of preservation and restoration., Examines structural and decorative shapes and designs of old houses with a group of young students and their teacher to explore the wealth of history preserved in old houses and buildings. Identifies a wide variety of different types of houses by distinguishing characteristics and comparing details in types of roofs, windows, and entryways. Interviews community members to discover the history of the neighborhoods, changes, and modernizations. Presents examples of old homes which have been refurbished to their original style and condition.

Complete Record: A group of young people explore the wealth of history preserved in old houses and buildings. They observe, draw, record buildings and talk to long-time residents. Discovered are architectural details, styles, and the value of preservation and restoration., NOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.