Carol J.W. Kurth, FAIA, will be honored by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Westchester + Hudson Valley Chapter at the “Soiree75” Anniversary Gala on November 30th, 2011, at the Katonah Art Museum. The festive black tie event will mark the 75th anniversary of the Westchester-based Chapter, which was founded in 1936. Ms. Kurth, who was elevated to the AIA College of Fellows and honored with a National AIA Diversity Award this past year, will be recognized for her significant support and commitment to the Chapter’s mission. Russell Davidson, AIA, will also be honored for his contributions to the region and to the National AIA Board, where he serves as the 2012-2013 Vice President.

“As an AIA Westchester + Hudson Valley Chapter member for more than 20 years, I am proud to be a part of this region’s family of architects who embrace design professionalism and camaraderie. I am humbled by the Chapter’s recognition and I am committed to upholding the AIA’s tradition of excellence and to serving as an advocate to the architecture profession,” says Ms. Kurth.

Visit the AIA Westchester + Hudson Valley Chapter website, www.aiawhv.org, for details about the “Soiree75” Anniversary Gala and to purchase tickets. The event will be held on Wednesday, November 30th, 2011, from 7:00pm-11:00pm at the Katonah Art Museum, 134 Jay Street, Katonah, New York.