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Friends of Architecture invites you to join our one-of-a-kind tours of urban design and landscape, historic buildings, and private residences. We work hand-in-hand with our award-winning alumni and expert guides to take members behind the scenes of significant public masterpieces and offer exclusive access to new and amazing private spaces. FOA offers a unique environment for refining your appreciation for architecture, sustainable design, and historic preservation. See our latest tour in the works or browse photos of our previous tours.

How to Join
As of September 1, 2007, all donors to the Annual Fund Program who direct their gifts in the amount of $50 or more to the School of Architecture automatically receive a one-year membership to Friends of Architecture.

Make your gift today and start receiving your FOA benefits!

Making a Difference
Your contribution to FOA and the Annual Fund Program makes a difference for our students and faculty every day. FOA provides broad support for the school by providing flexible funding for critical needs such as student activities, recruitment, and publications, faculty recruitment, and outreach initiatives such as Summer Academy.

Membership Levels

Student/Educator ($25+)
The benefits of Individual membership include:

  • Recognition in School of Architecture’s Platform magazine
  • Invitations for two to join prominent professionals and devoted aficionados at FOA member receptions and educational tours
  • Special reminders regarding the School of Architecture’s calendar of lectures, symposia, and exhibitions, including lecturer biographies and other insightful information.
Associate ($50-199)
All of the above, plus:
  • The School of Architecture’s bi-weekly e-mail publication, eNews
  • The School of Architecture’s Platform magazine

Patron ($200-499)
All of the above, plus:

  • Two additional invitations to all FOA events and tours
  • Access to the School of Architecture’s University Co-op Materials Resource Center, including Materials Lab research services

Partner ($500-999)
All of the above, plus:

  • Complimentary copies of School of Architecture publications such as ISSUE:, a student-run publication featuring the work of School of Architecture students
  • Opportunities to observe and interact with students in studio settings, upon request
Dean’s Circle ($1,000-2,499)
All of the above, plus:
  • Name printed on FOA letterhead
  • Free or discounted entrance into FOA events
  • Invitation to a breakfast with the School of Architecture Dean
  • Opportunities to observe and interact with students in studio settings, upon request
  • Receipt of annual “State of the School” report
Corporate Silver Member ($2,500-4,999)
All of the above, plus:
  • Sponsorship of two FOA student memberships
  • The opportunity to display corporate materials in the School of Architecture
  • Initial announcement of your support in the School’s electronic publication, eNews
  • Participation in spring Career Week
  • Hyperlink to your website in all FOA e-mail communications
  • Invitation to a spring networking event, held exclusively for FOA student members and sponsors
Corporate Gold Member ($5,000+)
All of the above, plus:
  • Sponsorship of two additional FOA student memberships
  • Your name listed on all FOA event and tour invitations, promotions, and handouts
  • Your logo on the Friends of Architecture website with a link to your website
  • Your name listed as sponsor of the spring networking event
  • Lunch with the School of Architecture Dean during spring Career Week

Make your gift today and start receiving your FOA benefits!

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