Modernism, Born in California: Glen Park BART Brutalism [Tour]

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This 90-minute architectural tour explores Ernest Born's Glen Park BART Station, a Brutalist landmark featuring bold concrete design, landscape features, and public art. Led by Betsy Frederick-Rothwell, Camila Baum, and Kevin H. Souza, the tour begins with an overview of Born's role in BART's development and graphic design, then proceeds through the station's plaza, landscape, exterior architecture, and interior spaces. The in-person tour starts at 10 AM on Saturday, September 12, with doors opening at 9:45 AM at 2901 Diamond Heights Boulevard. This event is organized by Docomomo US/Northern California Chapter and is ideal for those interested in California modernism and mid-century transit architecture.