Brutalism is one of the most controversial topics in all of architecture. It was a big trend from the early 60s to the early 70s, an architectural style predicated on the transparent use of exposed concrete. There's much more to say on this topic... and I'll try to say some of it on the tour, but you're welcome to research it on your own and bring questions.
Here are some to start with:
- Q: Is concrete ugly?
- Q: Why does Brutalism loom?
- Q: What are the connections between Brutalism and the sublime? State power? Bureaucracy? The Earth? Raccoons?
- Q: Why does Brutalism make people feel like insignificant ants? (Or does it?) And if so, is this a good thing?
This will be a guided bicycle ride to look at brutalist architecture in Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Ride will begin at Rarig Center on the University of Minnesota West Bank, and include six (6) buildings designed and constructed in the "brutalist" style.
We're going to look at some of the more interesting examples on a ride beginning at the University of Minnesota.
We're also going to *touch* the concrete of each building in an attempt to sense its essence.
This relaxed-pace ride will end in Saint Paul's Highland Park area, and be about ten (10) miles in length.
I hope you can make it!
What: bike ride to look at Brutalist buildings
Who: Anyone with a bike and good sense
Where: Meet at Rarig Center on the UMN West Bank Campus
When: 6:15pm on Thursday 8/23
Why: Because it's there
[Some potential highlights follow.]
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