Events at the Center for Architecture for August 1st – 9th

08/01/2008, 8:30–10:00am
New Practices Roundtable
Center for Architecture, 536 LaGuardia Place
The mission statement of the AIA| NY New Practices Committee states that it shall serve as a forum for exploring new and evolving models of architecture and design practices. This is the first in a series of roundtable open discussions to develop and broaden that definition; what makes a new and evolving model of architecture and what characterizes a design practice.

The new practice committee sponsors a biennial competition and organizes various events throughout the year. They will be staging roundtable discussions after each event to help this new committee further the discussion on practice and the needs of “new�? firms.

All are welcome; membership in the AIA is not required to attend events or to join the committee.
Organized by: AIA New Practices Committee
Price: Free
CES LUs: 1

08/04/2008, 9:00am–4:00pm
Summer @ the Center Studio III: Stories from the ‘Hood, for elementary school students
Center for Architecture, 536 LaGuardia Place
Studio III: August 4 – 8 Stories from the ‘Hood
For students entering grades 2-4

The Center for Architecture’s neighborhood has a lively story to tell, both past and present. Participants will learn about the local community of Greenwich Village by researching notable buildings and sites and interviewing people of all ages. The stories, sounds and images we collect will be incorporated into a podcast walking tour for families to enjoy any time of the year.

All Studio sessions are held Monday through Friday from 9am-4pm. Class is limited to 10 students, some scholarships are available.
Organized by: The Center for Architecture Foundation
Price: 375.00
Center for Architecture Foundation, memo: Summer

08/09/2008, 9:45am–12:00pm
Family Day @ the Center: Explore Governor’s Island
Center for Architecture, 536 LaGuardia Place
Meet at 9:45am at the ferry located in the Battery Maritime Building and take a ferry ride to Governors Island. Explore the island and take part in a skyline drawing activity. Governors Island is home to a variety of historic architecture (including a fort!) and some of the most impressive NYC views. We encourage you to stay on the island for a picnic, bike riding, and Civil War re-creations.
Organized by: The Center for Architecture Foundation
Price: $10 suggested donation per family

Category: Architecture