Evening Programs

Network, socialize, and learn at our Evening Programs!

Enjoy a glass of wine at an exhibition opening, listen to world-renowned architects discuss their work, or hear a panel engage in the latest debate about the future of Chicago. Our evening line-up is a great way to spend time with friends and colleagues who share your passion for the real stories behind architecture, infrastructure, landscapes, and city-building.

UPCOMING EVENING PROGRAMS

Cliff Dwellers

Photo: Hedrick Blessing

Thursday, May 16, 5:30-7:30 pm (registration is closed)

Members’ Only: Design at the Top- History and Design of the Cliff Dwellers Club

Walker Johnson, FAIA, Principal, Johnson Lasky Architects; Charles Hasbrouck, AIA, Director, Skidmore Owings & Merrill

Join us for an exclusive opportunity open only to Chicago Architecture Foundation and Cliff Dwellers Club members to explore the history and design of the Cliff Dwellers Club. The original rooms of the club were designed by architect Howard Van Doren Shaw and its doors opened in 1907. This private club functions as a non-profit organization for men and women either professionally engaged in, or who support, the fine arts and the performing arts. This event will feature a historic illustrated talk presented by Cliff Dwellers historian Walker Johnson together with a discussion by Charles Hasbrouck about the club’s design features and newly renovated spaces by Skidmore Owings & Merrill. Hot and cold appetizers and one glass of wine are included as part of the event. A cash bar is available.

TIME: 5:30- 7:30PM

COST: $30 CAF members and Cliff Dwellers members only

LOCATION: 200 S. Michigan Ave.

AIA/CES: 1

Thursday, June 6, 5:30-7:30 pm

2013 Burnham Prize Competition Winning Designs Announcement

NEXT STOP Winners: Design of Chicago BRT Stations

And the winners are . . . ! Please join The Chicago Architecture Foundation, The Chicago Architectural Club for the public announcement of the winners of the 2013 Burnham Prize Competition, which invites designers to submit visionary designs for Chicago Bus Rapid Transit Stations in Chicago. Be the first in Chicago to see the winning designs, hear from the jury, and meet winning design teams. Seating is limited, please register in advance.

This program is presented in partnership with the Chicago BRT Steering Committee, the Chicago Department of Transportation, the Chicago Transit Authority, and AIA Chicago. It is made possible with support from The Rockefeller Foundation and the Chicago Community Trust.

TIME: 5:30-6:00 pm reception, 6:00-7:00 pm presentation followed by brief question and answers

COST: FREE!

LOCATION: Chicago Architecture Foundation, Lecture Hall Gallery, 224 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60604

AIA/CES: 1

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