Norma Merrick Sklarek

Architecture
Educator
References
:

Sklarek (1926-2012) was the first African American woman to be licensed as an architect in the state of New York in 1954, and later, she became the first Black woman licensed as an architect in California in 1962. She was also the first Black woman member of the prestigious American Institute of Architects (AIA). These milestones shattered racial and gender barriers, blazing a trail for others to follow in the field of architecture.

Suggest An Edit >
Attributions
Attributions
Attributions
Birth
April 15, 1926, Harlem, New York City, NY
Death
February 6, 2012 (age 85), Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, California
Resting Place
Language(s)
Spouse(s)

Rolf Sklarek

Partner(s)
Relatives
Connection(s)
Alma Mater

Barnard College, Columbia Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation

Influenced
Influenced By
Did You Know?
Colleague(s)
Collaborator(s)
Children

Gregory and David Fairweather

Awards & Honors
Fellow of the American Institute of Architecture
Parents
Occupation
Architect, Educator
Certification(s)
License(s)
Education
Organization(s)
Appointment(s)
Notable Works

United States Embassy in Tokyo, Terminal One at Los Angeles International Airport

Notable Performances
Notable Moments
Military Rank/Branch
Years of Service
Political Affiliation
Genre(s)
Preceptors
Legacy
Thesis
Website
*some sources say April 6, 1845

Related Black Women

Dec 31
Art
Educator
AME
Nursing
Selma Hortense Burke
Burke (1900-1955) was a sculptor, educator, art school founder, and fixture in the Harlem Renaissance. Her bas relief image of President Franklin Roosevelt is permanently displayed at the Recorder of Deeds Building in Washington, D.C. and is the disputed inspiration for the American dime.
Dec 8
Singer
Government
Educator
Actress
Zelma Watson George
Multi-talent: a musicologist, diplomat, philanthropist, actress, singer, educator, sociologist, and administrator.
Dec 7
Dancer
Educator
Ruth Beckford

Stay Inspired Daily!

Sign up to receive daily notifications celebrating the achievements and contributions of Black women throughout history.

Sign Up
Sign Up

Cite

While every effort has been made to follow citation style rules, there may be some discrepancies. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions.

Select Citation Style
APA
Copy APA Citation