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Welcome to the AIA NJ News. Here, we delve into the dynamic world of architecture, offering the latest news, Association and member updates, insights, and discussions on the latest developments shaping our built environment.

Continuing Education in Building Materials for Architects

Apr 1, 2026 | Continuing Ed

Continuing Education in Building Materials for Architects U.S. LUMBER, an Allied Member of AIA-NJ, would like to offer you 2 free courses to earn Continuing Education Learning Units. Courses run one hour and include a Free Lunch at Maggiano's! DATE: Wednesday, April...

Architecture Week is Here! Let’s Celebrate!

Apr 1, 2026 | K12 Architecture Education, Members & the Community

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has declared April 12-18, 2026, New Jersey Architecture Week! The American Institute of Architects New Jersey Chapter is excited to share some fun resources with you to join in the celebration! Share our YouTube Channel of...

Governor Sherrill Declares April 12-18, 2026 Architecture Week

Apr 1, 2026 | Uncategorized

K-12 AND ARCHITECTURE WEEK RESOURCES

Apr 1, 2026 | Architecture Students, K12 Architecture Education

AIAS and ACE Mentor's virtual seriesKnow an educator or student interested in learning more about what it takes to become an architect? Let them know about AIAS and ACE Mentor's virtual series during Architecture Week. Register today > Virtual...

AIA NJ Past President Featured as Guest Presenter for Sussex Tech Architectural Class

Apr 1, 2026 | Architecture Students, K12 Architecture Education, Members & the Community

AIA New Jersey Past President, Ronald C. Weston, AIA, was recently invited by Sussex Tech High School Instructor of Architecture, Joseph David, AIA, to be a guest presenter on sketching.

The AIA New Jersey Historical Archives Committee Influential Architect Series Continues with an Interview of AIA NJ Fellow, Edward Rothe, FAIA

Apr 1, 2026 | AIA Central New Jersey, Historic Archives

Edward Rothe, FAIA, former Managing Design Partner of NJ-based Rothe-Johnson Associates and Fletcher Thompson Architecture. Ed is credited with the AIANJ Design Award-winning Bleshman Regional Day School, Paramus, NJ, for the Bergen County Specialized School District....