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- Collection: Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers, 1960-2006 #C0162
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Welcome to Reston an open community
Poster proclaiming: "Welcome to Reston, an open community". Poster shows a Janus-type figure with light- colored face on the left and a dark-colored…
A guide to Reston Virginia: Washington's new neighbor
An illustrated pamphlet describing the location, amenities, and physical characteristics of Reston, Virginia. Describes recreational amenities, architecture, schools, community centers, churches, shopping, and other highlights. 12 pages.
Artists at Lake Anne
Two artists standing on the south side of Lake Anne confer with one another while a third paints.
Children and dog playing by town
house cluster
Five children play at the rear of a town house cluster in Lake Anne Village. Also in photograph is a dalmatian dog.
Closing statement, Palindrome Corporation, Lefcourt Realty Corporation, and A. Smith Bowman Distillery
Document which details the closing on the sale of the Sunset Hills property on March 29, 1961 to Robert E. Simon, Jr.'s Palindrome Corporation. Details include participants, date, location, time, and terms of the sale. 6 pages.
Crescent Apartments
Ground-level photograph of the Crescent Apartments located about 1/3 mile north of Lake Anne Village.
Dr. James Christian Pfohl rehearsing the Reston Chorale
Photograph of the Reston Chorale rehearsing under the direction of Dr. James Christian Pfohl.
Hickory Cluster Town homes, Lake Anne Village
Photograph showing several units of the Hickory Cluster town homes designed by architect Charles Goodman. In the foreground is a children's play area.
Hickory Cluster, Block Three
Aerial photograph of Block Three of the Hickory Cluster town houses designed by Charles M. Goodman. In this image the elaborate garage system can be seen.
Ice skaters on Lake Anne
Photograph of Skaters on the north western part of Lake Anne in winter. Heron House can be seen in the center and on the left, the Whittlesey and Conklin townhouses of West Washington Square.
Issac Newton Square and Reston industrial area, initial construction
Aerial photograph showing the initial build-out of Issac Newton Square and the rest of the Reston industrial area as seen from the northeast. The Dulles Access Road and Washington & Old Dominion Railroad can be seen along the left side of the…
John H. Nixon to Robert E. Simon, August 6, 1962
Letter from John H. Nixon of the Committee for Economic Development , New York, New York of August 6, 1962 to Robert E. Simon, Jr. In the letter Nixon compliments Simon on the Reston project and has questions regarding the governing of Reston and how…
Lake Anne Nursery and Kindergarten, 1960s
Photograph of children playing at the Lake Anne Nursery and Kindergarten (LANK), Washington Plaza.
Lake Anne Village, Reston, Virginia looking east
Aerial photograph of Lake Anne Village, approximately 1965. This view is from the west looking east with Lake Anne, Lake Anne Plaza and the Heron House apartment tower in the center of the image.
Lake Anne Village, Reston, Virginia, 1960s
Aerial photograph of Lake Anne Village as seen from the west. Visible in this photograph are: Lake Anne and Washington Plaza, Heron House, Waterview and Hickory town home clusters, Baron Cameron Avenue, and North Shore and Fairway Drives.
Lake Anne, Heron House, and Washington Plaza
Photograph of Lake Anne Village as taken from the south side of the lake. Smith townhomes are to the left, Heron House in the center, and Washington Plaza is seen on right.
Omer L. Hirst to Robert E. Simon, September 16, 1974
Letter from Omer L. Hirst of the Commonwealth of Virginia, Senate of September 16, 1974 to Robert E. Simon, Jr. In the letter Hirst compliments Simon on the success of Reston and adds that he has had conversations with Reston Community Association…
Plans for the development of Reston, Virginia as unique 11-square-mile community are unveiled
Press release of October 3, 1961 by Safire Public Relations, Inc. of New York, New York announcing the planning and construction of Reston, Virginia.
Plot plan, Lake Anne Village Reston, Fairfax County Virginia
Plat showing layout of housing clusters, single family homes, model homes, schools, churches, and roads in Lake Anne Village.
Redeemer Methodist Church, Reston
Photograph of the Redeemer Methodist Church in Reston, Virginia. Image was made at dusk and shows a service in progress with parishioners and choir visible through the windows.
Reston Community Center dedication, May 20, 1979
Program for the dedication of the Reston Community Center, May 20, 1979. Program contains information about the ceremony-related events, a floor plan of the center, lists of board members and sponsors. 10 pages.
Reston industrial area, group facilities complex
Photograph of Reston industrial area drawing. This image is a plan for first industrial campus in Reston, Issac Newton Square. Image shows exterior and landscape design features from an overhead perspective.
Reston industrial area, group facilities complex, type "A" units
Photograph of Reston industrial area drawing. This image is a plan for the type "A" units of the first industrial campus in Reston, Issac Newton Square. Image shows exterior and landscape design features from an overhead perspective as well as side…
Reston industrial master plan
Photograph of Reston industrial master plan drawing depicting land use, natural features, and roads.
Reston Master plan report, Fairfax County Virginia
Document which details the plans for the development project that is now known as Reston, Virginia, Included are: descriptions of: Reston's relationship to Northern Virginia, land use, schools, recreational and community amenities, roads, utilities,…
Reston master plan, revised November 3, 1966
Reston master plan drawing depicting land use, natural features, roads, and utilities.