Events October 2026

Saturday
October

17

LocalSymposium

Putting Architecture in Its Place: Robert A.M. Stern and His Scholarship

Yale School of Architecture will host a day-long symposium honoring former dean Robert A.M. Stern and reflecting on his legacy as an architect, scholar, and educator. Through panels, campus tours, and keynote, the program will examine Stern’s formative years, his engagement with architectural history, and the ideas that shaped his influential body of work.

Wednesday
October

14

LocalVirtual Talk

Italian Modernism: Carlo Scarpa and the Architecture of Geometry, Water and Light

Join Fallingwater and architectural historian Annalisa Capurro, for a virtual lecture exploring the work and legacy of Venetian architect Carlo Scarpa. The program will examine Scarpa’s distinctive fusion of modernist design, traditional craftsmanship, and historic context, as well as his enduring influence on architects and designers..

Monday
October

12

Further Afield Travel Tour

Modern India, a Docomomo Travel Tour

Docomomo US is offering an exclusive 11-day tour exploring India’s architectural evolution from imperial landmarks to modernist masterpieces. Across five cities, participants will experience guided visits and special access to works by renowned architects while engaging in curated discussions on the dialogue between history and modernity. 

Saturday
October

03

LocalTalk

Origins of the James Rose House and Garden

The James Rose Center explores the modern history of Ridgewood, NJ, beginning with the design and evolution of James Rose’s National Register-listed home and garden. Led by James Rose scholar Dean Cardasis, the lecture traces the development of Rose’s influential design ideas and how they culminated in what is widely considered his most significant work.

Thursday
October

01

LocalExhibition

Humanist modernity: Maciej and Stanisława Nowicki

Presented by the Center for Architecture in collaboration with Poland’s National Institute of Architecture and Urban Planning, Humanist modernity explores the work and ideas of Stanisława Sandecka-Nowicka and Maciej (Matthew) Nowicki. 

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