Honored with Superior Achievement Award by Illinois State Historical Society for PBS Docuseries 'David Adler: Great House Architect' ??
Kristin N. Smith M.B.A.
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I am thrilled and honored to share that my PBS docuseries, "David Adler: Great House Architect," has been awarded a prestigious Superior Achievement award by the Illinois State Historical Society!?
It is a tremendous privilege to receive this recognition for shedding light on the remarkable architectural legacy of David Adler via television. Through this docuseries, broadcast nationally on PBS, Adler's life, his clients, his visionary classical designs, and their profound impact on our cultural heritage are explored. At least 12 of his works are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. His clients were some of Chicago's leading entrepreneurs during the Great House Era, a bygone time as in 'The Great Gatsby'. Showcasing rare footage of exteriors and interiors, the episodes feature interviews at four Adler-designed homes filmed in Lake Bluff, IL, Lake Forest, IL, and Ipswich, MA. It has aired in Illinois on WTTW Chicago in Nov. and Dec. 2022.
I am incredibly grateful to the Illinois State Historical Society for honoring my efforts and for their unwavering commitment to preserving and promoting our rich history. This award serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire team involved in bringing this project to life.
I would like to express my deepest gratitude to my friends, the talented individuals who contributed their expertise to the making of this docuseries. Their commitment and creativity have played an important role in receiving this accolade.
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Lastly, I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to all the viewers, supporters, and colleagues who have shown tremendous enthusiasm and support for "David Adler: Great House Architect." Your encouragement has been instrumental.
Stay tuned for more exciting projects in the pipeline! I hope to continue sharing captivating stories that celebrate our architectural and cultural heritage, to inspire future generations.?
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1 年Award-winning documentarian has a nice ring to it! Congratulations, Kristin!! This honor was just waiting for you to do what no one else has done before: giving Illinois architect, David Adler, his proper due on film while masterfully edutaining us with exclusive footage of exquisite Adler houses and intriguing knowledge from Adler experts. The ISHS chose correctly!
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1 年Kristin Congratulations on this outstanding achievement. Your vision to complete this work became a reality due to your perseverance and excellence in story telling! So well deserved! Best