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Wisconsin is celebrating the 150th birthday of native son Frank Lloyd Wright with events and a new 200-mile trail directing visitors to nine of the sites, homes and buildings he designed.
Wright, considered America's best-known architect, was born June 8, 1867, in Richland Center. The self-guided trail was announced last year.
Highway signs, with a graphic design and typography inspired by Wright's spare, geometric aesthetics and style, were unveiled in December. The signs, 115 in all, are located in nine counties along various roads as well as on some Madison city streets.
Events scheduled for this year to mark his birthday include an exhibit called "Buildings for the Prairie" at the Milwaukee Art Museum, July 28-Oct. 15, featuring his early portfolio designs as well as furniture, stained glass and textiles.
Wright fans who love cycling may want to register for the Tour du Taliesin cycling event, May 21, which offers rides ranging from 20 to 100 miles, all starting at the Frank Lloyd Wright...