Eero Saarinen: The Architect Who Saw The Future

This film examines the life of an architectural giant who envisioned the future. His sudden death at 51 cut short what continues to be one of the most influential legacies in American architecture.

Explore the life of this Finnish-American modernist whose visionary buildings include St. Louis’ iconic Gateway Arch and the General Motors Technical Center in Michigan. Eero also designed New York’s TWA Flight Center at JFK International Airport and Yale University’s Ingalls Rink. His designs continue to inspire architects around the world.

Travel with his son, director of photography Eric Saarinen, as he visits the sites of his father’s work on a cathartic journey, shot in 6K with the latest in drone technology that showcases the architect’s work for the first time.

This event is free but registrations are essential.