Last week, the American Institute of Architects welcomed thousands of architects and design and building industry professionals to Washington, DC, for the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design (AIA24). Tours, workshops, panel discussions, exhibits, and events showcased the many ways that AIA members are designing a better world together. With support from Material Bank, the … Continue reading Inspiration and Innovation at AIA24 →

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This year, the Architects Foundation commemorates the 20th anniversary of the creation of the Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship. To mark this significant milestone, we aim to raise $20,000 in support of the scholarship fund. Since its inception, the scholarship has empowered talented individuals to continue on the path towards becoming a licensed architect, by … Continue reading $20,000 for 20 Years: Advancing the Pettigrew ARE Scholarship →

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Written by AF Staff, Research by Kayla Laws This Women’s History Month, The Octagon celebrates two dynamic women who have made a mark on this historic home. “Ann Ogle Tayloe 1804,” By Gilbert Stuart, image from The Octagon archives Ann Ogle Tayloe was born in 1772 to Maryland Governor Benjamin Ogle and his wife, Henrietta. … Continue reading Octagon Intern Research Blog: The Women of The Octagon →

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Written by AF Staff, Research by Kayla Laws During Black History Month, the Octagon Museum would like to remember the names of the formally enslaved who worked in the house: LAND RECORD (From the Octagon Museum Files) Certificate of Slave: December 22, 1817 John Tayloe III Cert. of Slave I hereby certify that I brought … Continue reading Octagon Intern Research Blog: Remember Their Names →

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