April 12 - 18 Declared Architecture Week by the City of Dallas

We are excited to share the news that April 12 – 18, 2026 has been declared ARCHITECTURE WEEK in Dallas, Texas!

Architecture Week is a national initiative to celebrate the profession of architecture and invite everyone — especially K-12 students — to explore architecture and design. We all play key roles in educating and inspiring the next generation of architects.

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR / CITY OF DALLAS PROCLAMATION

WHEREAS, Architecture shapes the places where people live, learn, work, and gather, and plays a vital role in the cultural, social, and economic life of the City of Dallas; and

WHEREAS, Thoughtful and well-designed architecture contributes to healthy, safe, sustainable, and resilient communities, enhancing quality of life for residents and visitors alike; and

WHEREAS, Architecture fosters innovation and creativity while addressing complex challenges in urban development, infrastructure, and environmental stewardship; and

WHEREAS, Architecture education cultivates critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills, while introducing K-12 students to career pathways in architecture, design, and the built environment; and

WHEREAS, The American Institute of Architecture (AIA), founded on April 15, 1857, represents nearly 100,000 members nationwide who are dedicated to advancing quality of life and protecting public health, safety, and welfare through excellence in design; and

WHEREAS, AIA Dallas actively promotes architecture and design education throughout the community, including programs such as K-12 architecture camps that provide hands-on learning experiences and inspire the next generation of designers and innovators; and

WHEREAS, The City of Dallas recognizes the importance of architecture and design in shaping a forward-thinking city, and celebrates the professionals and educators who contribute to the built environment.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, ERIC L. JOHNSON, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DALLAS, do hereby proclaim April 12-18, 2026, as ARCHITECTURE WEEK in Dallas, Texas.