02/03 The Society of Architectural Historians Is Looking for a Few Good Architects

The Society of Architectural Historians (SAH), a CES registered provider, invites the support and participation of AIA members who are interested in the study, interpretation, and protection of historically significant buildings, sites, and cities.

Founded in 1940, the society encourages scholarly research in the field and promotes the preservation of significant architectural monuments that are part of our worldwide historical and cultural heritage. The SAH serves scholars, architects, preservationists, planners and professionals in allied fields, and the interested public. Its more than 3,000 members share a common interest in and enthusiasm for architectural history.

As part of its mission, the SAH:
• Sponsors the pursuit and presentation of scholarly research
• Sponsors forums for the presentation of scholarly research and exchange of ideas
• Provides publications that disseminate scholarly work, professional information, and general information related to the field and of interest to the public
• Acknowledges outstanding scholarly accomplishments in the field with awards and fellowship
• Fosters scholarship, research, and education about the history of the built environment, including an electronic forum through which members can solicit input from their peers
• Organizes study tours of significant buildings and sites both in the U.S. and abroad
• Supports the preservation of historic places and cultural heritage.

The 2003 SAH annual meeting will take place April 23-27 in Denver. For membership rates and information, visit the SAH Web site; send an e-mail; call the SAH office, 312-573-1365; or send an inquiry to the SAH, 1365 N. Astor St., Chicago IL, 60610.

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