Girls Build! Day

Female-identifying youth ages 11-18 are invited to drop in for the Chicago Architecture Center’s free Girls Build! Day on Saturday, September 6. Through hands-on activities, youth are invited to build, learn and network with professionals in architecture, construction, engineering and design. Themed walking tours in the Loop will also be offered, with sign-up on-site. Activities are geared toward grades 6-12 (ages 11-18) with an emphasis on engaging youth who identify as female and other marginalized genders. (All youth participants must be accompanied by an adult; chaperoned organized groups of youth are welcome.) Girls Build! Day Date: September 6 Day: Saturday Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. (Check in anytime during the event) Location: Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E. Wacker Dr. Chicago, IL Cost: Free with registration Register here: https://www.architecture.org/events-programs/girls-build ABOUT GIRLS BUILD! Girls Build! is a unique experiential program designed to engage girl-identifying youth in 6-8th grades. Participants will explore Chicago’s built environment, build architecture and design skills, and learn from women who are leading the way in STEAM fields—all in a gender-affirming environment. Girls Build! programs occur throughout the year, at the CAC and in locations around Chicago. CAC Camps and Classes are designed to enable students to explore the built environment and learn first-hand why design matters. All programs require teamwork and creative problem solving. Trained classroom educators support students in developing self-confidence and visual thinking and give them the opportunity to communicate their ideas through a variety of media. Students will solve design challenges, build models, use technology or diverse art materials under the guidance of experienced, enthusiastic designers and educators who are full-time staff members at the Chicago Architecture Center.

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