Wallace Harrison
American architect (1895–1981)
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Summary
Wallace Harrison was born on September 28, 1895[1], in Worcester[2]. He died on December 2, 1981[3], in New York City[4]. He worked as an architect[5] and entrepreneur[6]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (544 views/month, #7,223 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United States[8]
- Native language: English[9]
- Educated at: École des Beaux-Arts[10]
- Notable work: 1211 Avenue of the Americas[11], Metropolitan Opera House[12]
- Award received: AIA Gold Medal[13]
- Member of: American Academy of Arts and Letters[14], National Academy of Design[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Commons category: Wallace Harrison[17]
- Family name: Harrison[18]
- Given name: Wallace[19]
- Topic's main category: Category:Wallace Harrison[20]
- Commons gallery: Wallace Harrison[21]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[22]
- Birth name: Wallace Kirkman Harrison[23]
- Name in native language: Wallace Harrison[24]
- Copyright status as a creator: works protected by copyrights[25]
Why It Matters
Wallace Harrison has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[26] He is known by 18 alternative names across languages and contexts.[27]
FAQs
Where was Wallace Harrison born?
Wallace Harrison's place of birth was Worcester[2].
Where did Wallace Harrison die?
Wallace Harrison passed away in New York City[4].
What did Wallace Harrison do for work?
Wallace Harrison worked as an architect[5] and entrepreneur[6].
Where did Wallace Harrison go to school?
Wallace Harrison was educated at École des Beaux-Arts[10].
What awards did Wallace Harrison receive?
Honors received include AIA Gold Medal[13].