CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH

"As stated by the National Black Chamber of Commerce, one of the richest legacies of African decedents has been construction. From building the pyramids of Egypt to building cities like New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington DC, many African Americans were involved in construction during times of slavery. During that time, America relied heavily on the crafts learned by Blacks who passed their knowledge and skills of the trades from generation to generation.

Working to better familiarize ourselves with their contributions and to celebrate their achievements, we want to highlight some of the predominant African American figures in architecture and construction. These individuals brought unique perspectives to the design world and left their mark on this country in a variety of ways..."