The Parthenon
by Kristin Elmquist
Title
The Parthenon
Artist
Kristin Elmquist
Medium
Photograph
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Nashville's moniker, the Athens of the South, influenced the choice of the building as the centerpiece of the 1897 fair. A number of buildings at the Exposition were based on ancient originals, however the Parthenon was the only one that was an exact reproduction. It was also the only one that was preserved by the city. Originally built of plaster, wood, and brick, the Parthenon was not intended to be permanent, but the cost of demolishing the structure combined with its popularity with residents and visitors alike resulted in it being left standing after the Exposition. Within the next 20 years, weather had defaced the landmark; it was then rebuilt on the same foundations, in concrete, in a project that started in 1920; the exterior was completed in 1925 and the interior in 1931. It is now an art museum in Centennial Park.
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January 20th, 2012
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Gary F Richards
Congratulations on your Top Finish in the contest… WEEKLY PHOTOGRAPHY CHALLENGE - ARCHITECTURE! Fl
Gary F Richards
Outstanding The Parthenon architectural composition, lighting, shading, color and artwork! F/L voted
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