Flushing Town Hall is set to celebrate New York City’s Architecture and Design Month this October. The multidisciplinary performing arts venue hosts various events in partnership with AIA Queens– a chapter of the American Institute of Architects- and the Queens Foundation for Architecture.
Throughout the month of October, residents can enjoy a family-friendly film festival, family workshops with hands-on activities, and a panel discussion and exhibition highlighting women architects.
Archtober programming begins on Thursday, October 10, with Archtober! Architecture Short Film Festival. On Thursday, October 24, visitors can view the exhibition “Where Are the Women Architects” and join a panel discussion with special guest Despina Stratigakos. The final Archtober programming is on Saturday, October 26. Designing the Future for Kids: Family Day Architecture Workshops, a program with hands-on activities for children and adults.
Flushing Town Hall will also honor AIA Queens at its Sapphire Gala on Tuesday, October 15.
Ellen Kodadek, Flushing Town Hall Executive, and Artistic Director said the organization is delighted to collaborate with AIA Queens for the annual October event. “We truly value and understand the importance of architecture in this beautiful city. After all, our programming takes place in an 1862 Romanesque revival Town Hall that was landmarked by New York City in 1968 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places,” Kodadek said in a statement.
More details about the events are listed below:
Thursday, Oct 10, 2024
6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Every year, AIA holds a Film Challenge highlighting the stories of architectural projects transforming communities through design and collaboration. This year, families are invited to learn about the world built around them during an exclusive screening of short films represented by the AIA Film Challenge.
To RSVP, visit https://www.flushingtownhall.org/archtober-film-festival. Admission is FREE.
“Where Are the Women Architects” Panel Discussion & Exhibition
with special guest Despina Stratigakos of the University at Buffalo
Thursday, October 24, 2024
6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Residents are invited to an evening of discussions and networking with Despina Stratigakos, Anna Sokolina, Graciela Carrillo, Robert Cody, and Latoya Nelson Kamdang. This event aims to shed light on the underrepresentation of women in the field of architecture and explore ways to promote inclusion, equality, and gender diversity in the industry. The event also serves as an opportunity for seasoned architects and aspiring students to network and learn from the speakers.
A special exhibition, “Where Are the Women Architects,” will celebrate the outstanding contributions of women architects, showcasing their designs while highlighting the importance of addressing the underrepresentation of women in the field.
The exhibition will be on display in the hallways at Flushing Town Hall from October 10 to 25.
To RSVP, visit https://www.flushingtownhall.org/where-are-the-women-architects-talk-exhibition. Admission is FREE.
Designing the Future for Kids: Family Day Architecture Workshops
October 26, 2024
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Families interested in learning about the built world can participate in this three-hour program of hands-on workshops. Kid-focused activities will include building blocks for toddlers, LEGO sets, Jenga towers, drawing stations, and paper skyscraper accordion book activities for elementary and middle schoolers.
To RSVP, visit https://www.flushingtownhall.org/archtober-family-day. Admission is FREE.
