Are you curious how Philadelphia became the city it is today?
Earn a certificate in Philadelphia’s architectural history in this engaging 10-part series. Renowned local architects, urban planners, archaeologists, and historians will explore the political, economic, and design trends that drove Philadelphia's development. Topics include: major urban planning projects such as the Benjamin Franklin Parkway & Society Hill, our world-class collection of architectural styles, and Philadelphia's immigrant history.
Details about each talk and speaker can be found by clicking the "MORE INFO" link under each ticket type.
Earn a Certificate!
By attending at least 9 talks in this series and passing an online exam, you can receive a certificate in Philadelphia Architectural History. Attend an additional 3-5 training sessions and pass a test tour to be certified as a volunteer guide for the Center / Architecture + Design and the Preservation Alliance of Greater Philadelphia (PAGP). Leading tours is not only fun, but gives you greater insight into and appreciation for the city we and our ancestors have built.
DISCOUNTED PRICING
Early Bird (General Public, through 3/31): $150 full series
AIA Philadelphia Members: $15 individual lectures | $125 full series
Students: $10 individual lectures | $75 full series
CFA + PAGP Tour Guides: $5 individual lectures | $50 series
In order to receive discounted pricing, please email a photocopy of your valid student ID or current AIA membership number to [email protected] with the subject line "BP Discount". In return, you will receive a discount code which you can use on all ticket types. Active Tour guides will automatically receive an email with their discount code.