Each April AIA Iowa celebrates Iowa Architects and Architecture by requests a proclamation from the Governor to declare 'Architecture Month' across the State of Iowa in recognition of the dedication and importance of great design and architecture across the state. In addition, throughout the month, events and programs take place across the state to showcase the design work of our local architects.

Local Events

The AIA Iowa Chapter has 5 Iowa Sections located across the state that activate and excite the community about architecture. Check-out our calendar of events page to learn more about events happening in your area.

Impact of Iowa Architects 

Discover the impact Iowa architects have on the communities they serve. Members of the Advocacy & Outreach Committee interviewed the clients of past Impact Award winning project to learn how architectural design continues to impact their mission and work.

Citizen Architect Program

The general public's view of architects and AIA Iowa is shaped first and foremost by how the individual AIA members interact with their clients and their communities. The AIA Iowa Advocacy & Outreach Committee introduced this program in 2008 to recognize members who represent AIA's values to their communities through public service. This program is a recognition program bestowed upon all members who meet qualification criteria, and is intended to encourage all AIA Iowa members to actively engage in their communities and share in the AIA mission. Learn more about the program here.

Each member enrolled in the program is recognized at the AIA Iowa Annual Convention and in their local newspaper. We encourage all AIA Iowa Architects who serve their communities to participate.