AIA celebrates 150 years

This year the American Institute of Architects celebrates 150 years of service with continued emphasis on the importance of good design.


1920 - Fellowship rules were changed requiring a jury of Fellows to select candidates from AIA chapters; then chapter members would choose those who would get full membership.

1923 - The most elaborate Gold Medal ceremony was held honoring Henry Bacon, architect of the Lincoln Memorial.



1935 - Fellowship rules changed again. The process gave full power to the Jury of Fellows.

1952 - College of Fellows was established.

2006 - Largest AIA Convention in history with more than 19,453 attendees and 24,793 registrants.



Following is a sampling of products to be on display at the AIA convention.