10 That Changed America

10 Towns that Changed America | Preview

Preview: Season 1 Episode 4 | 30s

Ten “experimental” towns that did not evolve organically over time, but instead were designed (or redesigned) from the ground up by visionary architects, corporations, and citizens, who sought to change the lives of residents using architecture, design, and urban planning.

Aired: 04/18/16 | Rating: TV-PG

10 that Changed America is made possible, in part, by The Joseph & Bessie Feinberg Foundation. Major funding is also provided by Joan and Robert Clifford, The Walter E. Heller Foundation, and other generous supporters.

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• Web Exclusive: Greenbelt, MD

  Clip: S1 Ep4 | 2m 52s

• Web Exclusive: Levittown, NY

  Clip: S1 Ep4 | 2m 39s

• Web Exclusive: Pearl District, Portland, OR

  Clip: S1 Ep4 | 3m 51s

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• 10 Towns that Changed America

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