The founding in New York in 1857 of the American Institute of Architects by thirteen architects led by Richard Upjohn, who became its first president, established to raise the professional standing of American architecture through standards and ethics and, from 1907, the AIA Gold Medal.
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Milestone Year Milestone Date LocationNew York, United States 1 Connections
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American Institute of ArchitectsAbout / History
On February 23, 1857, 13 architects meet in Richard Upjohn's office in Manhattan, forming what would become the American Institute of Architects (AIA).
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