A college-preparatory & portfolio-building

experience for 9th-12th graders and rising college Freshmen.

Scholars Institute

Grades 9-12 & Rising College Freshmen

June 26-30, 2023 | 9am-3pm

Awards Ceremony: July 13, 2023

$200 Early Bird (ends June 1); $225 Regular

Scholarships Available : : 20 Participants Max

CiV : : the Center for Architecture + Design

at Beale Street Landing

251 Riverside Drive, Memphis, TN

Questions: AIA Memphis

alombardo@aiamemphis.org     901-654-7518

University of Memphis Department of Architecture faculty and architects from AIA Memphis provide an introduction to 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.

Scholarships are available.

Email alombardo@aiamemphis.org describing the financial need along with 2 letters of support from an area High School faculty.

The Scholars Institute 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!

A catalyst to introduce underrepresented youth to architecture, urban planning, and design through HipHop music for 7th-12th graders.

HipHop Camp

Grades 7-12 (rising)

July 10-14, 2023 | 9am-4pm

Extended hours: 8am-5:30pm

For more information, contact

Downtown Memphis Commission

huston@downtownmemphis.com    901-575-0561

The Hip Hop Architecture Camp® is a revolutionary program founded in 2016 by Michael Ford, the esteemed licensed architect and cultural trailblazer known as The Hip Hop Architect. This week-long intensive experience is specifically designed to empower underrepresented youth to explore and excel in the fields of architecture, urban planning, and creative placemaking through the lens of hip hop culture. The program brings together students with industry professionals, including architects, urban planners, designers, community activists, and hip hop artists. Together, they work to envision and create innovative designs for their own communities, using a range of mediums including physical models, digital models, and even their own original Hip Hop Architecture track and music video.

Join us at The Hip Hop Architecture Camp® and discover the power of design to shape and uplift your community.