Youth explore downtown Memphis to learn about the change agents that build our city - and learn how they can become one, too.

901 Grind Arts & Architecture Camp

Grades Rising 7th-9th

July 8-12, 2024, 9am-4pm

Awards Exhibit & Ceremony: July 12, 3pm

FREE : : 35 Participants Max : : Lunch & Snack provided

Extended Hours (7:30am-5:30pm) by Request

CiV : : the Center for Architecture + Design

at Beale Street Landing

251 Riverside Drive, Memphis, TN

Questions: AIA Memphis

alombardo@aiamemphis.org     901-654-7518

NEW THIS YEAR

Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Based Curriculum

University of Memphis Department of Architecture faculty and architects from AIA Memphis provide an introduction to AI, architectural and structural concepts, model building and freehand drawing. Visit Memphis architecture firms, tour area building projects and hear from the architects who imagined them. Work to solve design puzzles, learn about sustainable construction, how buildings contribute to 40% of all carbon emissions and small incremental steps each of us can take to help resolve the climate crisis. 

Participants are tracked through high school and are eligible to receive guidance with college selection, admissions & financial aid.

Tuition covers instruction, materials, field trips, and tours.

901 Grind is hosted at

CiV, the Center for Architecture + Design

Beale Street Landing, 251 Riverside Drive

Scholars enjoy sweeping views of the Mississippi River, the Memphis city skyline and both bridges to Arkansas. Your creative energy will flourish in this spectacular space. Join us!