Upcoming Events

Interested in getting involved in NOMA Central Texas?

Click on the calendar events or scroll down to learn more about the upcoming events and programming!

General Events:

Committee Meetings | monthly

General Body Meetings | quarterly

Member Socials | every other month

Sep
18

Member Social

Join NOMA Central Texas for a member social! We want to hear your feedback on our programming to date and get your thoughts on what our chapter can do to support our membership moving forward!

WHEN:

Thursday, September 18th, 6PM

WHERE:

Austin Location | Central Machine Works, 4824 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702

San Antonio Location | The Cove, 606 W Cypress St, San Antonio, TX 78212

Come chat and connect with our members & leadership — from 6 - 6:30 PM, your first drink is on us! Our member socials are open to everyone, members, non-members, any anyone curious to learn more about NOMA Central Texas and our mission. Hope to see you there!

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NOMA National Conference
Oct
8
to Oct 12

NOMA National Conference

Conference is just around the corner! Join us in representing the NOMA Central Texas Chapter and register today!

The NOMA Kansas City Chapter is looking forward to welcoming you to the 2025 NOMA Annual Conference: Future Unfolding!

Kansas City is a city on the move—famous for jazz, BBQ, sports, and now, for bold growth and innovation. As we prepare to host the 2026 World Cup and continue reshaping our downtown, we’re asking: how do we build a future that’s truly equitable and inclusive?

This year’s theme challenges us to reflect, reimagine, and take action. Kansas City’s spirit of resilience, creativity, and community pride is everywhere—from 18th & Vine to the Crossroads Arts District, from iconic stadiums to pioneering small businesses.

Founded in 2019, the Kansas City NOMA Chapter is honored to host this year’s gathering. Together, let’s celebrate, connect, and shape a future that uplifts everyone.

Late registration begins August 11th so register today for the best rates and while there’s still room!

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Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting
Oct
16

Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting

Planning efforts are underway for the 2026 NOMA Central Texas Empower Design Symposium, and we need your help!

If you are interested in helping plan next year’s symposium, please reach out to programming-planning@nomacentraltx.org for the meeting link and more information.

Planning meetings will take place every other week on Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:30 PM, starting Thursday, September 11th.

Check out previous Design Symposiums and learn more HERE.

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Nov
10
to Nov 14

NOMA CenTex Professional Development Week!

NOMA Central Texas invites you to our first Professional Development Week! In place of our Q4 general body meeting, we want to help you collect any last-minute CEUs and dive into the technical side of the design and construction industry.

Join us for a week of virtual presentations covering a variety of topics, every day, November 10th-14th, from 12:00-1:30 PM. All presentations will have CEU credit, this is a great opportunity to collect continuing education hours for free! Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more information to come.

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Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting
Nov
13

Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting

Planning efforts are underway for the 2026 NOMA Central Texas Empower Design Symposium, and we need your help!

If you are interested in helping plan next year’s symposium, please reach out to programming-planning@nomacentraltx.org for the meeting link and more information.

Planning meetings will take place every other week on Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:30 PM, starting Thursday, September 11th.

Check out previous Design Symposiums and learn more HERE.

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Dec
6

Holiday Party

NOMA Central Texas invites you to our Annual Holiday Party in Austin! Join us to celebrate the conclusion of another wonderful year.

In the spirit of the Holiday season, we would love to gather with our NOMA members, sponsors, and friends for our final event of 2025.

We hope to see you all there! Refreshments and small bites will be provided. The Silent Auction will be back with new pieces donated from local artists, designers and sponsors!

When: Saturday, December 6th, 6:30 PM -10 PM

Where: TBD

Cocktail attire!

Not a member and interested in learning more? Join us at our Holiday Party!

Members and Sponsors may bring a free +1

$10 fee for all non-members.

RSVP Form Coming Soon!

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Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting
Dec
11

Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting

Planning efforts are underway for the 2026 NOMA Central Texas Empower Design Symposium, and we need your help!

If you are interested in helping plan next year’s symposium, please reach out to programming-planning@nomacentraltx.org for the meeting link and more information.

Planning meetings will take place every other week on Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:30 PM, starting Thursday, September 11th.

Check out previous Design Symposiums and learn more HERE.

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Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting
Jan
15

Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting

Planning efforts are underway for the 2026 NOMA Central Texas Empower Design Symposium, and we need your help!

If you are interested in helping plan next year’s symposium, please reach out to programming-planning@nomacentraltx.org for the meeting link and more information.

Planning meetings will take place every other week on Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:30 PM, starting Thursday, September 11th.

Check out previous Design Symposiums and learn more HERE.

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Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting
Feb
12

Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting

Planning efforts are underway for the 2026 NOMA Central Texas Empower Design Symposium, and we need your help!

If you are interested in helping plan next year’s symposium, please reach out to programming-planning@nomacentraltx.org for the meeting link and more information.

Planning meetings will take place every other week on Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:30 PM, starting Thursday, September 11th.

Check out previous Design Symposiums and learn more HERE.

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Feb
21

Empower Design Symposium

The Central Texas Chapter of The National Organization of Minority Architects presents the third annual Empower Design Symposium on February 21st, 2026.

This year’s Symposium will take place in San Antonio, Texas and will highlight engaging short format presentations (20-30 minutes) around topics on Architecture, Design, Advocacy, and Justice (a link to our expanded Topic descriptions is below).

Expanded Topic Descriptions

Join us as we tap into the amazing wealth of thought leadership and curiosity that we have in our Texas Region and to engage in high impact discussions around each topic.

Location: TBD

Time: 9AM -4PM

Fees: Professional: $25 | Student: $5

Lunch, Snacks and Drinks will be provided by NOMA Central Texas!

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Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting
Sep
11

Design Symposium Taskforce Meeting

Planning efforts are underway for the 2026 NOMA Central Texas Empower Design Symposium, and we need your help!

If you are interested in helping plan next year’s symposium, please reach out to programming-planning@nomacentraltx.org for the meeting link and more information.

Planning meetings will take place every other week on Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:30 PM, starting Thursday, September 11th.

Check out previous Design Symposiums and learn more HERE.

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Aug
22

Bryan C. Lee & Germane Barnes Session at AIA Austin DEC

DESIGNING AGENCY: RACE, PLACE, AND THE FUTURE OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

AIA Austin will be hosting NOMA National President Bryan C. Lee and Germane Barnes for a two-hour session at the2025 AIA Austin Design Excellence Conference! Join us for an open, unscripted conversation. Through stories, projects, and personal insights, this session will explore architecture as a tool for resistance, storytelling, and cultural affirmation—pushing beyond buildings to examine how space shapes, and is shaped by, race, memory, power, and identity.

WHERE: Austin Central Library, 710 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701

WHEN: Fri, Aug 22, 2025 1:10 PM - 3:10 PM

NOMA members can register to attend the single session at the link below

NOMA Central Texas will be hosting a Happy Hour after the session with both Bryan C. Lee & Germane Barnes. We hope you can join us!

WHERE: Codependent Cocktails + Coffee | 301 West Ave STE 110, Austin, TX 78701

WHEN: Friday, August 22, 2025 6 PM - 7:30 PM

. . .

We encourage our members and partners to attend the full Design Excellence Conference! Registration link below.

If you are not an AIA member, but would like to take advantage of NOMA member pricing, use discount code “NOMA” with the non-member registration 

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Aug
15

NOMA National Q3 Virtual Town Hall

Join NOMA National’s Q3 Virtual Town Hall and Board Meting taking place live from Toronto! It’s your chance to hear key updates, celebrate out community, and connect with fellow members across the country.

WHEN: August 15th, 6PM EST

WHERE: Virtual Meeting (Registration below)

BONUS: All Zoom registerants will be entered into a raffle to win a FREE NOMA National Conference Registration for KC:FUTURE UNFOLDING!

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Q3 General Body Meeting
Aug
14

Q3 General Body Meeting

NOMA Central Texas - Q3 General Body Meeting

WHERE: Clay Imports | 12024 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78753

Overland Partners | 203 E Jones Ave Unit 104, San Antonio, TX 78215 (watch party!)

WHEN: Thursday, August 14th | 5:30 PM - 7 PM

Join us at Clay Imports on August 14th at 5:30 PM for the NOMA Central Texas Q3 General Body Meeting, followed by a Book Talk with Dr. Fred McGhee. Dr. McGhee will be discussing “Crisis of the African American Architect” by Melvin Mitchell, FAIA, and other African American architects & activists such as Benjamin F. McAdoo.

There will be a live stream that members can tune into virtually. In person space is limited, so please RSVP below!

Parking is limited at the Austin venue. Please consider carpooling or ridesharing! Parking maps for both locations provided below.

First time joining or have questions? email: noma@nomacentraltx.org

Check our August Monthly Newsletter for the Zoom link!

AUSTIN IN PERSON RSVP

SAN ANTONIO IN PERSON RSVP

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Project Pipeline
Jul
11
to Jul 12

Project Pipeline

Join us for Happy Hour after Camp on Friday, July 11th at 4:30 PM:

Austin | Cosmic Saltillo

1300 E 4th St, Austin, TX 78702

San Antonio | Idle Beer Hall

414 Brooklyn Ave, San Antonio, TX 78215

Rio Grande Valley | The Library @ La Rioja

1135 E Washington St, Brownsville, TX 78520

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Jun
21

Project Pipeline Mentor Orientation

Volunteering at Project Pipeline as a Mentor? It is highly suggested for all mentors to attend this meeting, especially if you are a new mentor.  In this virtual meeting, we will go over:

  1. The rundown of events during camp

  2. Description of this year's camp project

  3. What to do / what not to do during camp 

  4. Arrival / End of Day Procedures

Zoom Meeting Details:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89273489357?pwd=WnZyeWZPTkVObnEyc2ZPMDZLeUtTdz09

Meeting ID: 892 7348 9357
Passcode: 060351

Meeting Minutes, Project Pipeline Flyers, and other info can be found HERE

Its not too late to sign up to be a Mentor at Project Pipeline 2025! Learn more & register HERE

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A Dream (re)Designed: Workshop + Social Hour with Dr. Marlon Johnson
Jun
12

A Dream (re)Designed: Workshop + Social Hour with Dr. Marlon Johnson

NOMA Central Texas & AIA Austin’s LGBTQIA+ Alliance present A Dream (re)Designed: Block Parties & Beloved Community Through Third Spaces.

This Workshop and social hour with Dr. Marlon Johnson centers on Playgrounds, Community Centers, & Corner Stores. Each location forms a memory about what it meant to play, live, and connect to our community. However, the loss of these valuable spaces has spurred an increase in loneliness and disconnection from people who are different from us. Dr. Marlon Johnson (Dean of Community Life at Seminary of the Southwest, Owner of Johnson Counseling and Consulting), will join NOMA and the LGBTQIA+ Alliance to explore the concept of Third Spaces and their importance for POC and LGBTQ Wellness.

We will do some sketching of our favorite childhood third spaces, hear a brief lecture of the concept of beloved community through design and development, and learn more about our opportunities to support and advocate for local and regional community third spaces that are on the rise in the Austin and Central Texas area.

BYOB – Bring Your Own Blanket (or chair) and sketchbook for an engaging family friendly workshop with Dr. Marlon Johnson. Light refreshments will be provided along with additional sketch materials. There are a limited number of chairs available onsite, so please bring something to sit on if you are able. Parking info will be emailed to registrants before the event..

WHEN: Thursday June 12th, 6:30 PM -8:30 PM

WHERE: Preservation Austin, McFarland-McBee House

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Project Pipeline Town Hall
May
22

Project Pipeline Town Hall

Join us for a Project Pipeline Town Hall to learn more about the Project Pipeline Summer Camp and how you can attend, volunteer, or get involved!

Discussion Topics Include:

  • Camp activities & schedule overview

  • How to get to camp

  • What to bring & not bring to camp

  • How to make your registration payment

Questions? email: programming-planning@nomacentraltx.org

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89273489357?pwd=WnZyeWZPTkVObnEyc2ZPMDZLeUtTdz09

Meeting ID: 892 7348 9357

Passcode: 060351

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Texas NOMA Wellness Retreat
May
16
to May 18

Texas NOMA Wellness Retreat

Join the GroupMe to stay in the loop for the fun events planned for this weekend!

Friday, May 16th

7:30 PM: Rooftop happy hour at Concept Surfaces!

1300 Crampton St, Dallas, TX 75207

RSVP below:

 Saturday, May 17th

10 am – 3 PM: Wellness Symposium held at HKS

350 North St. Paul Street Ste 100, Dallas, TX 75201

Tickets: $30

We would LOVE for you all to join us as we practice balance in mind, body, and spirit! There will be brunch and mimosas, breakout sessions for women’s and men’s groups, and more!

Attire: “Professional” Athleisure

Saturday evening: Dinner in Bishop Arts. We’ll have sign ups on Friday and Saturday for everyone to pick their restaurant of choice.

Sunday May 18th

10:30 AM : coffee meet up at Soiree in Trinity Groves

320 Singleton Blvd Suite 190, Dallas, TX 75212

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Diversity Picnic!
Apr
12

Diversity Picnic!

NOMA Central Texas and AIA San Antonio invite you to join us for a Diversity Picnic!

WHERE: Breckenridge Park @ Koehler Pavilion, 3700 N St Mary's St, San Antonio

WHEN: April 12th 10 AM - 2 PM

Gather the kids and join us for an AEC family picnic! Sample bites of diverse culinary delights, or bring a dish that reflects your unique culture. Engaging activities led by architects awaits, ensuring the kids have a joyous time filled with fun and learning.

RSVP Link: https://aiasa.org/events/diversity-in-architecture-family-picnic/

Questions? Email: membership@nomacentraltx.org

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