1 25 113 https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/dd40d7615ec62b2bf9367ff2579159ef.pdf 773b316f498f9cc5092a9d1efbf7092f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers, 1960-2006 #C0162 Description An account of the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr., is the man most responsible for the creation of Reston, Virginia. Born in New York City in 1914 and educated at Harvard, Simon took over the family real estate management and development business in 1935. In 1961, with the proceeds from the sale of a family property, Carnegie Hall, Simon purchased 6,750 acres of land in Fairfax County, Virginia, which would become Reston, Virginia. Reston is now recognized as the foremost Planned Community in the United States. Simon’s vision for Reston emphasized the quality of life for the individual in a community where people could live, work, and play. The collection consists of photographs, news clippings, promotional material and booklets relating to Reston. Also included are printed material, publications, scrapbooks, and Simon’s speeches and paperwork from various conferences he attended. Materials date from 1960 to 2006. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photomechanical print; color Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0162B03F08_6.pdf Title A name given to the resource A guide to Reston Virginia: Washington's new neighbor Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Pamphlets Description An account of the resource 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. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/simon.html">Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers #C0162 </a> Box 3, Folder 8 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photomechanical print: color https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/c2feb9197d932531fde1457b67737d99.jpg fd43d51849668b13061cbd8c0693f8ed Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Conklin and Rossant Reston Project collection, 1966-1990 #C0161 Description An account of the resource Architects William J. Conklin and James S. Rossant were instrumental in the design and construction of Reston’s first project, Lake Anne Village. As members of Whittlesey and Conklin, Architects (later known as Conklin and Rossant, Architects), Conklin and Rossant were responsible the original master planning of Reston and the individual design of buildings at Lake Anne. Their innovative concept to create several high-density villages, each with a village center employing mixed-use concepts, was at the heart of the Reston Master Plan approved in 1962 by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The collection contains items that relate to the early construction and planning of Reston by Conklin and Rossant, Architects including plans, reports, correspondence, and brochures about Reston. It also contains photographs, drawings and negatives which were used in the construction and promotion of Reston. Materials date from 1966 to 1990. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource William J. Conklin James S. Rossant Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 1990s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 8 in. x 10 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Architectural model of Lake Anne Village, view from the south Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Architectural photographs Description An account of the resource Photograph of an architectural model of Lake Anne Village. This view is from the south with the Goodman town homes in the foreground at bottom left, the Smith homes at the center right and Lane Anne Plaza and the Heron House apartment tower at the top center. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Checkman, Louis Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/conklinrossant.html">Conklin and Rossant Reston Project collection #C0161</a> Box 24, Folder 1 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Checkman, Louis Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CO161B024F01_1.jpg architects lakes villages https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/605b240ccfea01ea426c3ab7bda0417a.jpg 362c6d7896701c352e2a5a9544bba51e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Conklin and Rossant Reston Project collection, 1966-1990 #C0161 Description An account of the resource Architects William J. Conklin and James S. Rossant were instrumental in the design and construction of Reston’s first project, Lake Anne Village. As members of Whittlesey and Conklin, Architects (later known as Conklin and Rossant, Architects), Conklin and Rossant were responsible the original master planning of Reston and the individual design of buildings at Lake Anne. Their innovative concept to create several high-density villages, each with a village center employing mixed-use concepts, was at the heart of the Reston Master Plan approved in 1962 by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The collection contains items that relate to the early construction and planning of Reston by Conklin and Rossant, Architects including plans, reports, correspondence, and brochures about Reston. It also contains photographs, drawings and negatives which were used in the construction and promotion of Reston. Materials date from 1966 to 1990. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource William J. Conklin James S. Rossant Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 1990s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 8 in. x 10 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Architectural model of Lake Anne Village, view from the west Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Architectural photographs Description An account of the resource Photograph of an architectural model of Lake Anne Village. This view is from the west with Lake Anne, Lake Anne Plaza and the Heron House apartment tower in the center. The Smith homes are at the top center, and the Goodman town homes are seen at the right. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Amiaga, Gill Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/conklinrossant.html">Conklin and Rossant Reston Project collection #C0161</a> Box 24, Folder 1 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Amiaga, Gill Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CO161B024F01_2.jpg architects lakes villages https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/7a58e4dd0ea4cbb3263c7f4233a838b5.pdf a54e05d1788e25a4e48a1d1db305693c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Conklin and Rossant Reston Project collection, 1966-1990 #C0161 Description An account of the resource Architects William J. Conklin and James S. Rossant were instrumental in the design and construction of Reston’s first project, Lake Anne Village. As members of Whittlesey and Conklin, Architects (later known as Conklin and Rossant, Architects), Conklin and Rossant were responsible the original master planning of Reston and the individual design of buildings at Lake Anne. Their innovative concept to create several high-density villages, each with a village center employing mixed-use concepts, was at the heart of the Reston Master Plan approved in 1962 by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The collection contains items that relate to the early construction and planning of Reston by Conklin and Rossant, Architects including plans, reports, correspondence, and brochures about Reston. It also contains photographs, drawings and negatives which were used in the construction and promotion of Reston. Materials date from 1966 to 1990. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource William J. Conklin James S. Rossant Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 1990s Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Typescript Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Arthur D. Little, Inc. to Robert E. Simon, Jr. Residential development of Sunset Hills Farm, Virginia, July 14, 1961 Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Land use Description An account of the resource A study by the Arthur D. Little planning firm prepared to assist in the planning of Reston, Va. Items discussed in this report include: the concept of a development in Sunset Hills, economic factors, number of housing units by type, and market considerations. 24 pages. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Arthur D. Little, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/conklinrossant.html">Conklin and Rossant Reston Project collection #C0161</a> Box 15, Folder 12 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1961-7-14 Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Arthur E. Little, Inc. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Typescript Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0161B015F0120_1.pdf planning Sunset Hills https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/f62a94a5b70158b19943fb63c3910a12.jpg 5b75ee3020d5bab8f617ac8b7fa06332 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers, 1960-2006 #C0162 Description An account of the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr., is the man most responsible for the creation of Reston, Virginia. Born in New York City in 1914 and educated at Harvard, Simon took over the family real estate management and development business in 1935. In 1961, with the proceeds from the sale of a family property, Carnegie Hall, Simon purchased 6,750 acres of land in Fairfax County, Virginia, which would become Reston, Virginia. Reston is now recognized as the foremost Planned Community in the United States. Simon’s vision for Reston emphasized the quality of life for the individual in a community where people could live, work, and play. The collection consists of photographs, news clippings, promotional material and booklets relating to Reston. Also included are printed material, publications, scrapbooks, and Simon’s speeches and paperwork from various conferences he attended. Materials date from 1960 to 2006. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 8 in. x 10 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Artists at Lake Anne Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Portrait photographs Description An account of the resource Two artists standing on the south side of Lake Anne confer with one another while a third paints. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Graham, William A. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/simon.html">Robert E. Simon, Jr. Papers #C0162</a> Box 3, Folder 8 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0162B011F09_2.jpg arts lakes villages https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/778c25492df09e3eeeef633495fc8529.pdf 3390644f7952fbe937dd4628b6538b41 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The Peter McCandless papers, 1965-1992 #C0163 Description An account of the resource Peter McCandless was a public relations officer for Robert Simon's original Palindrome Corporation during the mid-1960s and returned to serve as Vice President of Public Relations for Gulf Reston, Inc., during the 1970s. He later formed his own firm which worked with Mobil Oil’s Reston Land Corporation. The majority of the materials in the collection are from the Reston Land Corporation and include correspondence, awards given to Reston, project reports, news clippings, press releases, and marketing and promotional material. Collection comprises 16.75 linear feet; 34 boxes. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Reproduction Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Charles C. Carter from: Peter L. McCandless, August 17, 1984, Subject: Initial planning strategy for Dulles Toll Road opening Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Correspondence Description An account of the resource Memorandum to Charles C. Carter from Peter L. McCandless regarding opening ceremony for the Dulles Toll Road. In this document McCandless discusses the marketing objective, messages, strategy, and planning details for the opening. 3 pages. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource McCandless, Peter L. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/mccandless.html">Peter McCandless papers #C0163</a> Box 6, Folder 3 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1984-08-17 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Reproduction Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C01630B06F03_2.pdf Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1980s transportation https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/68b668620199cb494ea2121ca69d5919.jpg d2dc70ecfe0d7bf25d488c48aabffee7 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers, 1960-2006 #C0162 Description An account of the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr., is the man most responsible for the creation of Reston, Virginia. Born in New York City in 1914 and educated at Harvard, Simon took over the family real estate management and development business in 1935. In 1961, with the proceeds from the sale of a family property, Carnegie Hall, Simon purchased 6,750 acres of land in Fairfax County, Virginia, which would become Reston, Virginia. Reston is now recognized as the foremost Planned Community in the United States. Simon’s vision for Reston emphasized the quality of life for the individual in a community where people could live, work, and play. The collection consists of photographs, news clippings, promotional material and booklets relating to Reston. Also included are printed material, publications, scrapbooks, and Simon’s speeches and paperwork from various conferences he attended. Materials date from 1960 to 2006. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 8 in. x 10 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Children and dog playing by town house cluster Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Portrait photographs Description An account of the resource Five children play at the rear of a town house cluster in Lake Anne Village. Also in photograph is a dalmatian dog. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/simon.html">Robert E. Simon, Jr. Papers #C0162</a> Box 12, Folder 10 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Language A language of the resource N/A Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0162B012F01_1.jpg housing villages https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/b455f68b9925e079559215386e539d05.jpg 107cc2908dc747cd3764ae1d1dd3119e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Planned Community Archives collection, 1960-2009 #C0001 Description An account of the resource The Planned Community Archives collection is the largest collection of records pertaining to Reston, Virginia in the University Libraries. The materials in the collection were collected and assembled by Planned Community Archives, Inc. (PCA), of Reston, Va. PCA was a non-profit organization comprised of individuals dedicated to collecting records documenting the origins of planned communities for scholarly study. The materials were placed on deposit at George Mason University Libraries beginning in 1986. The collection consists of a variety of materials relating to planned communities across the United States with a particular emphasis on the planned community of Reston, Virginia, and international communities as well. The collection includes correspondence, reports, promotional material, brochures, newspapers, videotapes, slides, photographs, architectural drawings, and blueprints and is dated from 1960 to 2009. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource George Mason University Libraries Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 8 in. x 10 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Children playing at Tall Oaks Village Center Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Portrait photographs Description An account of the resource Photograph showing children playing on a wooden bridge at Tall Oaks Village Center. Behind them are the Village Center buildings and sculpture pieces. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/pca.html">Planned Community Archives collection #C0001</a> Box 125, Folder 5 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1978 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Language A language of the resource N/A Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0001B108F030.jpg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1970s children recreation villages https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/832fb48d5e31db92cf79aec3493bff87.jpg 6b1e443a0e695b7cb13f01f40fbea00a Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 4 in. x 6 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Children playing on sculptures at Lake Anne Village Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Portrait photographs Description An account of the resource Children, accompanied by a parent and dog, play on the Gonzalo Fonseca sculpture, The Sun Boat, at Lake Anne Village. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <div class="element-text"> <div class="element-text"> <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/conklinrossant.html">Conklin and Rossant Reston Project collection #C0161</a> Box 24, Folder 5 </div> </div> <h3> </h3> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Language A language of the resource N/A Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0161B24F05.jpg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s arts children villages https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/2fd89663d9ba93de479fd66db97d67e0.pdf 96161ec74f07300d6ceaa05b7524b625 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers, 1960-2006 #C0162 Description An account of the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr., is the man most responsible for the creation of Reston, Virginia. Born in New York City in 1914 and educated at Harvard, Simon took over the family real estate management and development business in 1935. In 1961, with the proceeds from the sale of a family property, Carnegie Hall, Simon purchased 6,750 acres of land in Fairfax County, Virginia, which would become Reston, Virginia. Reston is now recognized as the foremost Planned Community in the United States. Simon’s vision for Reston emphasized the quality of life for the individual in a community where people could live, work, and play. The collection consists of photographs, news clippings, promotional material and booklets relating to Reston. Also included are printed material, publications, scrapbooks, and Simon’s speeches and paperwork from various conferences he attended. Materials date from 1960 to 2006. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Typescript Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/simon.html">Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers #C0162 </a> Box 1, Folder 16 Title A name given to the resource Closing statement, Palindrome Corporation, Lefcourt Realty Corporation, and A. Smith Bowman Distillery Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Real estate development Description An account of the resource 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. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1961-03-21 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright George Mason University Libraries Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Typescript Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0162B01F016_1.pdf development Sunset Hills https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/d7d01464d593b9a25d4d10772c8ab358.mp3 8b6b6f4cd199e8078bec399ed5dc17ef Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource <a href="http://reston50.gmu.edu/collections/show/12">The Northern Virginia Music Center at Reston collection, 1967-1976</a> #C0191 Description An account of the resource The Northern Virginia Music Center at Reston was established in 1967 by the Reston Foundation for Community Programs. Its objectives were to develop the talents of young musicians and to give them the opportunity to present musical performances for Reston and Northern Virginia residents. The program, which operated until the mid- 1970s, held yearly summer camps for students of music and presented concerts throughout Northern Virginia. In 1972, the group performed in Lausanne, Switzerland. The collection contains correspondence, articles, photographs, and 56 audiotape reels which document the operation of the music center. Photographs include both images of performances as well as publicity shots of the musicians. Collection comprises 2.75 Linear feet; 6 boxes. Sound A resource primarily intended to be heard. Examples include a music playback file format, an audio compact disc, and recorded speech or sounds. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Sound recording Duration Length of time involved (seconds, minutes, hours, days, class periods, etc.) 6 minutes, 49 seconds Bit Rate/Frequency Rate at which bits are transferred (i.e. 96 kbit/s would be FM quality audio) 192 kb/sec Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Concert on Lake Anne Plaza [segment, 1970] Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Sound recordings Description An account of the resource A segment from a recording of the Northern Virginia Music Center at Reston's 25th concert of the 1970 Concert Series at the Lake Anne Plaza. This segment begins with the orchestra's playing of the Star Spangled Banner and an introduction of the opening number, "Fanfare for the Common Man" by Aaron Copeland, and the conductor, Dr. Arlo Diebler, by an unidentified woman. After the piece the woman announces to the audience that the Northern Virginia Music Center at Reston will be traveling to Switzerland in August of 1971 and asks for donations. Segment is 6 minutes, 47 seconds in length. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Northern Virginia Music Center at Reston Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://aspace.gmu.edu/resources/c0191">Northern Virginia Music Center at Reston collection</a> Box 3, Folder 2 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1970 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Sound recording Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Sound Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0191B3F02_a.mp3 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1970s arts https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/80628121c3edc2f7284567df4338c379.jpg 58d2a3f8316df5086fe5d669c02df515 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Planned Community Archives collection, 1960-2009 #C0001 Description An account of the resource The Planned Community Archives collection is the largest collection of records pertaining to Reston, Virginia in the University Libraries. The materials in the collection were collected and assembled by Planned Community Archives, Inc. (PCA), of Reston, Va. PCA was a non-profit organization comprised of individuals dedicated to collecting records documenting the origins of planned communities for scholarly study. The materials were placed on deposit at George Mason University Libraries beginning in 1986. The collection consists of a variety of materials relating to planned communities across the United States with a particular emphasis on the planned community of Reston, Virginia, and international communities as well. The collection includes correspondence, reports, promotional material, brochures, newspapers, videotapes, slides, photographs, architectural drawings, and blueprints and is dated from 1960 to 2009. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource George Mason University Libraries Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 35 mm slide: color Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 1 3/8 in. x 15/16 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Courtyard, Tall Oaks Village Center Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Landscape photographs Description An account of the resource 35 mm color slide of a courtyard atTall Oaks Village Center. Image shows shops and offices, landscape, and visitors to the center. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/pca.html">Planned Community Archives collection #C0001</a> Box 113, Folder 09 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 35 mm Slide: color Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0001B113F009_02.jpg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1970s villages https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/e462baa37bdada2739502a64371d1197.jpg 2ee9c1fbc8047d2b951d5f39cfef93dd Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Planned Community Archives collection, 1960-2009 #C0001 Description An account of the resource The Planned Community Archives collection is the largest collection of records pertaining to Reston, Virginia in the University Libraries. The materials in the collection were collected and assembled by Planned Community Archives, Inc. (PCA), of Reston, Va. PCA was a non-profit organization comprised of individuals dedicated to collecting records documenting the origins of planned communities for scholarly study. The materials were placed on deposit at George Mason University Libraries beginning in 1986. The collection consists of a variety of materials relating to planned communities across the United States with a particular emphasis on the planned community of Reston, Virginia, and international communities as well. The collection includes correspondence, reports, promotional material, brochures, newspapers, videotapes, slides, photographs, architectural drawings, and blueprints and is dated from 1960 to 2009. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource George Mason University Libraries Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 1 3/8 in. x 15/16 in. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 35 mm slide: color Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Crane lowering solar panels onto the roof of Terraset Elementary School, Reston Virginia Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Architectural photographs Description An account of the resource 35 mm color slide of a crane lowering solar panels onto the roof of Terraset Elementary School, Reston Virginia. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/pca.html">Planned Community Archives collection #C0001</a> Box 185, Folder 1 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 35 mm Slide: color Language A language of the resource N/A Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0001B185F01_2.jpg children environment schools https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/861561883ba3bd0ddcbd41fcf14c6df8.jpg e2d5a75fb2488300245a4978f79a507f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers, 1960-2006 #C0162 Description An account of the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr., is the man most responsible for the creation of Reston, Virginia. Born in New York City in 1914 and educated at Harvard, Simon took over the family real estate management and development business in 1935. In 1961, with the proceeds from the sale of a family property, Carnegie Hall, Simon purchased 6,750 acres of land in Fairfax County, Virginia, which would become Reston, Virginia. Reston is now recognized as the foremost Planned Community in the United States. Simon’s vision for Reston emphasized the quality of life for the individual in a community where people could live, work, and play. The collection consists of photographs, news clippings, promotional material and booklets relating to Reston. Also included are printed material, publications, scrapbooks, and Simon’s speeches and paperwork from various conferences he attended. Materials date from 1960 to 2006. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 8 in. x 10 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Crescent Apartments Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Architectural photographs Description An account of the resource Ground-level photograph of the Crescent Apartments located about 1/3 mile north of Lake Anne Village. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/simon.html">Robert E. Simon, Jr. Papers #C0162</a> Box 12, Folder 1 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Language A language of the resource N/A Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0162B012F01_7.jpg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1970s low income housing https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/9e4fcdf16b639385cbd1b062c639559f.jpg 8866390f6726c738d1105651041038a0 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Planned Community Archives collection, 1960-2009 #C0001 Description An account of the resource The Planned Community Archives collection is the largest collection of records pertaining to Reston, Virginia in the University Libraries. The materials in the collection were collected and assembled by Planned Community Archives, Inc. (PCA), of Reston, Va. PCA was a non-profit organization comprised of individuals dedicated to collecting records documenting the origins of planned communities for scholarly study. The materials were placed on deposit at George Mason University Libraries beginning in 1986. The collection consists of a variety of materials relating to planned communities across the United States with a particular emphasis on the planned community of Reston, Virginia, and international communities as well. The collection includes correspondence, reports, promotional material, brochures, newspapers, videotapes, slides, photographs, architectural drawings, and blueprints and is dated from 1960 to 2009. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource George Mason University Libraries Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 35 mm slide: color Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 1 3/8 in. x 15/16 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Doctors offices, Hunter Woods Village Center sketch Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Architectural drawings Description An account of the resource Sketch showing an interior part of the planned Hunters Woods Village Center. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/pca.html">Planned Community Archives collection #C0001</a> Box 125, Folder 5 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1970-01 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 35 mm Slide: color Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0001B122F05_04.jpg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1970s https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/118dfe2bf6426afb8f7a8f98a471e4d9.jpg 5ebc8a95bbe62ebdeb15cba7cd4e8848 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers, 1960-2006 #C0162 Description An account of the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr., is the man most responsible for the creation of Reston, Virginia. Born in New York City in 1914 and educated at Harvard, Simon took over the family real estate management and development business in 1935. In 1961, with the proceeds from the sale of a family property, Carnegie Hall, Simon purchased 6,750 acres of land in Fairfax County, Virginia, which would become Reston, Virginia. Reston is now recognized as the foremost Planned Community in the United States. Simon’s vision for Reston emphasized the quality of life for the individual in a community where people could live, work, and play. The collection consists of photographs, news clippings, promotional material and booklets relating to Reston. Also included are printed material, publications, scrapbooks, and Simon’s speeches and paperwork from various conferences he attended. Materials date from 1960 to 2006. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 8 in. x 10 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Dr. James Christian Pfohl rehearsing the Reston Chorale Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Portrait photographs Description An account of the resource Photograph of the Reston Chorale rehearsing under the direction of Dr. James Christian Pfohl. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Graham, William A. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/simon.html">Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers #C0162 </a> Box 12, Folder 2 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0162B012F02_11.jpg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1967-05 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s arts https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/5a6e6e7281bb433975eed205347d2bb7.jpg 15373421b086898064da38d181481154 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Planned Community Archives collection, 1960-2009 #C0001 Description An account of the resource The Planned Community Archives collection is the largest collection of records pertaining to Reston, Virginia in the University Libraries. The materials in the collection were collected and assembled by Planned Community Archives, Inc. (PCA), of Reston, Va. PCA was a non-profit organization comprised of individuals dedicated to collecting records documenting the origins of planned communities for scholarly study. The materials were placed on deposit at George Mason University Libraries beginning in 1986. The collection consists of a variety of materials relating to planned communities across the United States with a particular emphasis on the planned community of Reston, Virginia, and international communities as well. The collection includes correspondence, reports, promotional material, brochures, newspapers, videotapes, slides, photographs, architectural drawings, and blueprints and is dated from 1960 to 2009. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource George Mason University Libraries Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 8 in. x 10 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Dulles Toll Road and Dulles Access Road, looking west Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Aerial photographs Description An account of the resource Aerial photograph of the Dulles Toll and Access Roads taken in the late 1980s. Visible on both sides of the highways are buildings within the industrial section of Reston, as well as the Wiehle Avenue and Reston Parkway overpasses. In the upper part of the image Dulles Airport and the Blue Ridge Mountains are visible. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C001B107F09_01.jpg Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/pca.html">Planned Community Archives collection #C0001</a> Box 107, Folder 9 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Language A language of the resource N/A Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1980s industry transportation https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/436c3e28be8afe7ca97331f98d81e94f.pdf 778c02cf63f90b9e9afc1103456f45f4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Reston Black Focus records, 1960-2005 #C0137 Description An account of the resource During a time when Virginia was still segregated, Reston welcomed and celebrated diversity like no other community in the Commonwealth. In 1969 African American residents formed Reston Black Focus, a group dedicated to celebrating and promoting a better understanding of African-American culture. Reston Black Focus sponsored the Reston Black Arts Festival, a three-day celebration featuring African art, dance, music, poetry, and food, annually during the late 1960s through the late 1970s, as well as other programs celebrating African-American culture. The collection contains papers from the Reston Black Focus organization, such as correspondence, advertisements, and financial and general information. Also included in the collection are papers pertaining to the Reston Homeowners Association. Collection comprises 2.75 linear feet; 6 boxes. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Festival '74: Reston Black Focus, Inc. Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Pamphlets Description An account of the resource Booklet for the 1974 Reston Black Arts Festival. Booklet contains schedule of activities for the three-day event; photographs from previous festivals; advertisements; and lists of supporters, presenters, and staff. 24 pages. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Reston Black Focus, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/restonblackfocus.html">Reston Black Focus Records #C0137</a> Box 4, Folder 9 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1974-08 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1970s Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0137B04F09_1.pdf Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photomechanical print: color celebrations diversity https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/b9faafe17bf4eca808fab8f2f33394f8.jpg 6e5a612c7d0f165eae440591d755e0a6 Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 8 in. x 10 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Golfers at Reston North Golf Course Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Photographs Description An account of the resource Golfers playing at Reston North Golf Course, 1960s. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Nan Netherton Reston history collection #C0147 Box 3, Folder 5 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Language A language of the resource N/A Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0147B03F05.jpg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s environment recreation https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/3b53369fd916536de2ad68c14790137a.pdf 5e80c9e96df3e4b23398cfc4c51f4ad3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Carol R. Lubin papers, 1960-1981 #C0105 Description An account of the resource Dr. Carol Riegelman Lubin was recruited by Robert E. Simon, Jr. and joined Reston Va., Inc. in 1961 to direct community planning of educational, cultural, recreational, social, and religious activities. The Carol R. Lubin papers contain materials pertaining to Dr. Lubin's work as a consultant for social planning in Reston, Virginia. Materials include correspondence to and from Lubin pertaining to Reston activities, committees, schools, the Reston Foundation for Community Programs, the Nature Center, child care, low income housing, and other Reston initiatives and date from 1960 to 1981. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Dr. Carol R. Lubin Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 1980s Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Reproduction Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Gulf Oil Corporation forms subsidiary to accelerate and expand development of "planned city" at Reston, Va. Robert H. Ryan named president and chief operating officer of Gulf Reston, Inc,: Robert E. Simon, Jr., Reston's founder, to be board chairman. Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Publicity Description An account of the resource Press release announcing the formation of Gulf Reston, Inc. 3 pages Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gulf Reston, Inc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/lubin.html">Carol R. Lubin papers #C0105</a> Box 7, Folder 12 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Reproduction Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0105B007F012_1.pdf development https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/7fcf1935776b0085d46dc27dc37630f7.jpg f51617ee73787b875f02800db4d6cc53 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Planned Community Archives collection, 1960-2009 #C0001 Description An account of the resource The Planned Community Archives collection is the largest collection of records pertaining to Reston, Virginia in the University Libraries. The materials in the collection were collected and assembled by Planned Community Archives, Inc. (PCA), of Reston, Va. PCA was a non-profit organization comprised of individuals dedicated to collecting records documenting the origins of planned communities for scholarly study. The materials were placed on deposit at George Mason University Libraries beginning in 1986. The collection consists of a variety of materials relating to planned communities across the United States with a particular emphasis on the planned community of Reston, Virginia, and international communities as well. The collection includes correspondence, reports, promotional material, brochures, newspapers, videotapes, slides, photographs, architectural drawings, and blueprints and is dated from 1960 to 2009. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource George Mason University Libraries Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 1 3/8 in. x 15/16 in. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 35 mm slide: color Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource H[unters] W[oods] site plan Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Architectural drawings Description An account of the resource 35 mm color slide of site plan for Hunters Woods Village Center. This image shows placement and arrangement of the center, landscape design features, and placement of apartments from an overhead perspective. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1970 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 35 mm Slide: color Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0001B122F05_02.jpg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1970s Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/pca.html">Planned Community Archives collection #C0001</a> Box 125, Folder 5 https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/ec250e16c1887fbde5eda696ef1bed02.jpg fc43ab38b9fc6c0604bcc86f6478f599 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers, 1960-2006 #C0162 Description An account of the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr., is the man most responsible for the creation of Reston, Virginia. Born in New York City in 1914 and educated at Harvard, Simon took over the family real estate management and development business in 1935. In 1961, with the proceeds from the sale of a family property, Carnegie Hall, Simon purchased 6,750 acres of land in Fairfax County, Virginia, which would become Reston, Virginia. Reston is now recognized as the foremost Planned Community in the United States. Simon’s vision for Reston emphasized the quality of life for the individual in a community where people could live, work, and play. The collection consists of photographs, news clippings, promotional material and booklets relating to Reston. Also included are printed material, publications, scrapbooks, and Simon’s speeches and paperwork from various conferences he attended. Materials date from 1960 to 2006. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 8 in. x 10 in Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Hickory Cluster Town homes, Lake Anne Village Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Photographs Description An account of the resource Photograph showing several units of the Hickory Cluster town homes designed by architect Charles Goodman. In the foreground is a children's play area. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/simon.html">Robert E. Simon, Jr. Papers #C0162</a> Box 12, Folder 10 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Language A language of the resource N/A Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource unknown Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0162B012F01_3.jpg Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. architects housing villages https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/a00992f4bf727329beb902982fe89280.jpg 83991249aeb05348713e7e0ff79f1ee0 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers, 1960-2006 #C0162 Description An account of the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr., is the man most responsible for the creation of Reston, Virginia. Born in New York City in 1914 and educated at Harvard, Simon took over the family real estate management and development business in 1935. In 1961, with the proceeds from the sale of a family property, Carnegie Hall, Simon purchased 6,750 acres of land in Fairfax County, Virginia, which would become Reston, Virginia. Reston is now recognized as the foremost Planned Community in the United States. Simon’s vision for Reston emphasized the quality of life for the individual in a community where people could live, work, and play. The collection consists of photographs, news clippings, promotional material and booklets relating to Reston. Also included are printed material, publications, scrapbooks, and Simon’s speeches and paperwork from various conferences he attended. Materials date from 1960 to 2006. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Robert E. Simon, Jr. Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Photograph: black and white Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 8 in. x 10 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0162B012F02_10.jpg Title A name given to the resource Hickory Cluster, Block Three Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Aerial photographs Description An account of the resource 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. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/simon.html">Robert E. Simon, Jr. papers #C0162 </a> Box 12, Folder 2 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource undated Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Photograph: black and white Language A language of the resource N/A Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s architects housing https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/f795f214fcb4d10097ab8fe119dd2dcf.jpg 339814b0a87f60d52a6a54dde6d1cb32 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Planned Community Archives collection, 1960-2009 #C0001 Description An account of the resource The Planned Community Archives collection is the largest collection of records pertaining to Reston, Virginia in the University Libraries. The materials in the collection were collected and assembled by Planned Community Archives, Inc. (PCA), of Reston, Va. PCA was a non-profit organization comprised of individuals dedicated to collecting records documenting the origins of planned communities for scholarly study. The materials were placed on deposit at George Mason University Libraries beginning in 1986. The collection consists of a variety of materials relating to planned communities across the United States with a particular emphasis on the planned community of Reston, Virginia, and international communities as well. The collection includes correspondence, reports, promotional material, brochures, newspapers, videotapes, slides, photographs, architectural drawings, and blueprints and is dated from 1960 to 2009. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource George Mason University Libraries Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 1 3/8" x 15/16" Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Hunters Woods Village center architectural model [#1} Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Architectural photographs Description An account of the resource 35 mm color slide of Hunters Woods Village Center architectural model. shows placement and arrangement of shops and offices, landscape design, and housing features from an overhead perspective. Slide is dated January 1970, 1 3/8" x 15/16", color. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/pca.html">Planned Community Archives collection #C0001</a> Box 125, Folder 5 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1970-01 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 35 mm Slide: color Language A language of the resource N/A Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0001B122F05_03.jpg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1970s planning villages https://reston50.gmu.edu/files/original/103c0aff74ac428c1531640d78f8265e.jpg 6aae1e1508da0e0f70d61ae83d302d23 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Planned Community Archives collection, 1960-2009 #C0001 Description An account of the resource The Planned Community Archives collection is the largest collection of records pertaining to Reston, Virginia in the University Libraries. The materials in the collection were collected and assembled by Planned Community Archives, Inc. (PCA), of Reston, Va. PCA was a non-profit organization comprised of individuals dedicated to collecting records documenting the origins of planned communities for scholarly study. The materials were placed on deposit at George Mason University Libraries beginning in 1986. The collection consists of a variety of materials relating to planned communities across the United States with a particular emphasis on the planned community of Reston, Virginia, and international communities as well. The collection includes correspondence, reports, promotional material, brochures, newspapers, videotapes, slides, photographs, architectural drawings, and blueprints and is dated from 1960 to 2009. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource George Mason University Libraries Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s - 2000s Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data 35 mm slide: color Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 1 3/8 in. x 15/16 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Hunters Woods Village center architectural model, [#2] Subject The topic of the resource Reston (Va.) Architectural photograph Description An account of the resource 35 mm color slide of Hunters Woods Village Center architectural model. shows placement and arrangement of shops and offices, parking, landscape design, and high rise housing. features from an overhead perspective. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="http://sca.gmu.edu/finding_aids/pca.html">Planned Community Archives collection #C0001</a> Box 125, Folder 5 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1970-06 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright not held by George Mason University Libraries. Restricted to personal, non-commercial use only. For permission to publish, contact Special Collections & Archives, George Mason University Libraries. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 35 mm Slide: color Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context C0001B122F05_05.jpg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1970s planning villages