Architecture Week 2026

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Architecture Week celebrates the profession of architecture and invites everyone—especially K-12 students—to explore architecture and design. We all play key roles in educating and inspiring the next generation of architects. Let's build the pipeline together.   

 

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Virtual Read-Alouds

It’s never too early to start thinking like an architect! Architecture Week is a nationwide celebration recognizing the power of good design, with a goal of inspiring hopeful architecture and design professionals and K-12 students.  

Gather your students and join architecture and design children's book authors throughout Architecture Week for a virtual read-aloud followed by Q&A. All times noted are Eastern Standard Time. Click the book image to register for your favorite session(s). Groups are welcome.

Cover image of The House That She Built
Grades K-5

Monday, April 13 12-12:30 pm ET

Join author Mollie Elkman for a reading of her book, "The House That She Built," followed by author Q&A.
Book cover of My Town Mi Pueblo
Grades K-3

Monday, April 13 1:30-2 pm ET

Join author Nick Solis for a reading of his book, "My Town Mi Pueblo," followed by author Q&A.
Book cover of Roberto the Insect Architect
Grades K-3

Monday, April 13, 3-3:30 pm ET

Join author Nina Laden for a reading of her book, "Roberto the Insect Architect," followed by author Q&A.
Book cover of Five Stories
Grades 3-6

Tuesday, April 14, 12-12:30 pm ET

Join author Ellen Weinstein for a reading of her book, "Five Stories," followed by author Q&A.
Book cover of The Glass Pyramid
Grades 2-4

Tuesday, April 14, 1-1:30 pm ET

Join author Jeanne Walker Harvey for a reading of her book, "The Glass Pyramid," followed by author Q&A.
Book cover of Maya Lin
Grades 2-4

Tuesday, April 14 2-2:30 pm ET

Join author Jeanne Walker Harvey for a reading of her book, "Maya Lin," followed by author Q&A.
Book cover of Buildy Green, It Takes a Team
Grades K-2

Wednesday, April 15, 11-11:30 am ET

Join author Julia Pooler for a reading of her book, "Buildy Green, It Takes a Team," followed by author Q&A. This session is appropriate for Grades K-2.
Book cover of Deja the Dynamo
Grades K-5

Wednesday, April 15, 1-1:30 pm ET

Join author Sharla Toller for a reading of her book, "Designing Dreams: An Official Deja the Dynamo Adventure," followed by author Q&A.
Book cover of Jamila Pearl, The Architect Girl
Grades K-5

Wednesday, April 15, 2-2:30 pm ET

Join author Kionna Walker for a reading of her book, "Jamila Pearl, The Architect Girl," followed by author Q&A.
Book cover of Buildy Green, It Takes a Team
Grades 3-6

Thursday, April 16, 11-11:30 am ET

Join author Julia Pooler for a reading of her book, "Buildy Green, It Takes a Team," followed by author Q&A. This session is appropriate for Grades 3-6.
Book cover of Deja the Dynamo
Grades K-5

Thursday, April 16, 1-1:30 pm ET

Join author Andrea Martin for a reading of her book, "Designing Dreams: An Official Deja the Dynamo Adventure," followed by author Q&A.
Book cover of Iggy Peck, Architect
Grades K-3

Thursday, April 16, 2-2:30 pm ET

Join author Andrea Beaty for a reading of her book, "Iggy Peck, Architect," followed by author Q&A.
Book cover of You Can Be Me, Too!
Grades K-6

Thursday, April 16, 3-3:30 pm ET

Join author Janel A. LeGard for a reading of her book, "You Can Be Me, Too! A Day in the Life of an Architect," followed by author Q&A. This session is appropriate for Grades K-6.
Book cover of Mis Sentidos y la Arquitectura
Grados: K-12

Viernes, 17 de abril 1-1:30pm ET

Acompaña a la autora Jomarly Cruz en una lectura virtual en voz alta de «Mis sentidos y la arquitectura: ¡hagamos un recorrido!», seguida de una sesión de preguntas y respuestas. Dirigida a estudiantes de los grados K–12. La sesión se realizará completamente en español.
Book cover of You Can Be Me, Too!
Grades 7-12

Friday, April 17, 2-2:30 pm ET

Join author Janel A. LeGard for a reading of her book, "You Can Be Me, Too! A Day in the Life of an Architect," followed by author Q&A. This session is appropriate for Grades 7-12.

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Explore ArchWeek26 programs

Architecture Week programming is happening across the United States. Check the map to see if there is a program near you, or reach out if you would like to connect with your local chapter about a program idea you would like to implement.

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2025 AIA President visits alma mater

AIA President Evelyn Lee visited her alma maters, Barranca Mesa Elementary and Los Alamos High School in Los Alamos, NM to speak with students about her journey. Evelyn was led on a tour of her renovated elementary school and spoke with high schoolers during their Building Trades class and WIN ("What I Need") time. 

Recap: Architecture Week 2025

Architecture Week 2025 was a great success and we look forward to increasing our collective outreach in 2026!

  • ArchWeek25 cover slide K-12 outreach impact
    AIA Kentucky
    Architecture Week 2025 was a tremendous success, with record numbers of participation across the country.
  • Over 20,000 K-12 students were impacted by ArchWeek25 outreach.
    AIA Fort Worth
    A child delightedly participated in AIA Fort Worth's Box City event during ArchWeek25.
  • There were 3.7 million potential social media impressions during ArchWeek25. #architectureweek
    Julia Weatherspoon
    The AIA media team promoted ArchWeek both locally and nationally, resulting in 50,000,000 impressions (not inclusive of syndications), including great broadcast hits such as Great Day San Antonio, Good Morning Buffalo, and Boston 7News.
  • 51 AIA chapters participated in K-12 outreach during ArchWeek25.
    AIA chapters
    51 AIA chapters across the country participated in ArchWeek25 through a variety of activities, from book drives to building challenges to school and firm visits.
  • There was participation in ArchWeek25 K-12 outreach from 42 states, 2 territories, and 5 countries.
    Canva
    From wishlist purchases to social media posts to direct student outreach, AIA members and affiliates came through with K-12 outreach in 42 states, 2 territories, and 5 countries during ArchWeek25.
  • 13 Architecture Week proclamations were issued in 9 states.
    AIA Albuquerque
    Thirteen Architecture Week mayoral proclamations were issued in 9 states thanks to AIA New Mexico, AIA Kansas City, AIA Rochester, AIA New Jersey, AIA Lincoln, Boston Society for Architecture, AIA Iowa, AIA Southwest Michigan, and AIA Amarillo.
  • Over 500 AIA members participated in K-12 outreach during ArchWeek25.
    AIA Kansas City
    Over 500 AIA members shared their love and passion for the architecture profession by participating in ArchWeek25.
  • ArchWeek25 cover slide K-12 outreach impact
  • Over 20,000 K-12 students were impacted by ArchWeek25 outreach.
  • There were 3.7 million potential social media impressions during ArchWeek25. #architectureweek
  • 51 AIA chapters participated in K-12 outreach during ArchWeek25.
  • There was participation in ArchWeek25 K-12 outreach from 42 states, 2 territories, and 5 countries.
  • 13 Architecture Week proclamations were issued in 9 states.
  • Over 500 AIA members participated in K-12 outreach during ArchWeek25.