Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site: Home of a Gilded Age Icon
Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site: Home of a Gilded Age Icon
Description:
Meet one of America's premier artists, a creator of public monuments, and evaluate the importance of art and sculpture in society. This lesson plan focuses on patron-commissioned bas-reliefs, the enigmatic Adams Memorial, and the gold coins created by Saint-Gaudens. It can be used to teach units on the Gilded Age or the role of art and artists in society.
Education Levels:
5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Subject:
United States History, State History
Resource Type:
Lesson plan
Medium:
Text/HTML
Fee Status:
Free
Online provider:
National Park Service
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