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
March Social - San Antonio
Come join NOMA of Central Texas for Trivia Thursday at The Cove! Bring your friends, grab a seat, and jump in as we take on trivia, covering history, music, sports, science, and more, all while enjoying great food and drinks.
We hope to see you there for a fun and lively night!
The Cove: 606 W Cypress St
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
General Body Meeting
Support our mission to deepen the visibility of under represented people in architecture by getting involved with our chapter.
First time joining or have questions? email: noma@nomacentraltx.org
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81849015671?pwd=MTIzTGpIR29MU2wzb0pueCs2cTRtdz09
Meeting ID: 818 4901 5671
Passcode: 625865
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
General Body Meeting
Support our mission to deepen the visibility of under represented people in architecture by getting involved with our chapter.
First time joining or have questions? email: noma@nomacentraltx.org
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81849015671?pwd=MTIzTGpIR29MU2wzb0pueCs2cTRtdz09
Meeting ID: 818 4901 5671
Passcode: 625865
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
General Body Meeting
Support our mission to deepen the visibility of under represented people in architecture by getting involved with our chapter.
First time joining or have questions? email: noma@nomacentraltx.org
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81849015671?pwd=MTIzTGpIR29MU2wzb0pueCs2cTRtdz09
Meeting ID: 818 4901 5671
Passcode: 625865
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
March Social - Austin
NOMA of Central Texas is hosting its first member social of the year with a Planter Workshop on Saturday, March 14 at 10 AM, hosted by Clay Imports at 12024 N Lamar Blvd in Austin. This hands‑on session is a great opportunity to get creative, learn planter‑making basics, and connect with fellow members.
Space is limited to 10 participants, and onsite parking is available (carpooling encouraged).
To reserve your spot, email noma@nomacentraltx.org
We hope you’ll join us for a fun and inspiring morning!
Amplify Austin
Our mission at NOMA of Central Texas is to empower young people to affect change in their community through design. We advocate for increased diversity, fellowship, equity, and excellence in design. Project Pipeline uses the city as the classroom, and connects young people to real world architects and planners to foster the next generation of design professionals, civic leaders, and change makers.
Our mission at NOMA of Central Texas is to empower young people to affect change in their community through design. We advocate for increased diversity, fellowship, equity, and excellence in design. Project Pipeline uses the city as the classroom, and connects young people to real world architects and planners to foster the next generation of design professionals, civic leaders, and change makers.
Donate Here: Give to NOMA of Central Texas | Amplify Austin Day 2026
NOMAS Black Resilience Walking Tour
Anyone who questions the longstanding impacts of systemic racism needs to look no further than the 1928 Master Plan for an example of the devastation wrought by such practices. The plan established a six-square-mile “Negro District” in East Austin, and subsequently cut off infrastructure to existing Black communities outside of that area. Combined with real estate redlining—a practice in which banks refused home loans to Black applicants in certain neighborhoods—the 1928 Master Plan forced the relocation of thousands of Black citizens to East Austin, where they faced flooding, substandard housing, and poor access to schools and public services. The negative ramifications of this policy have continued well into the 21st century: a 2015 study found that the Austin metropolitan area had the highest level of economic segregation among all 350 U.S. metropolitan areas.
Despite these structural challenges, Austin’s Black community continued to thrive, as evidenced by historical places like Huston-Tillotson University, Downs Field, and Wesley United Methodist Church. Particularly inspiring are the works of Donna Carter, who is the first licensed Black female architect in Austin, as well as John S. Chase—the first licensed Black architect in the American South—who left an impressive architectural legacy in homes and churches across East Austin.
Register Here: NOMAS 2025-2026 Black Resilience Walking Tour
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Empower Design Symposium | 3Fold
2026 EMPOWER DESIGN SYMPOSIUM | 3FOLD
ACT III: FOLDING AS A LENS FOR HISTORY, DESIGN, & POSSIBILITY
The Central Texas Chapter of The National Organization of Minority Architects presents the third annual Empower Design Symposium on February 21st, 2026.
Location: RVK Architecture — 1400 S Flores St #150, San Antonio, TX 78204
Time: 9AM -4PM
Fees: Professional: $25 | Student: $5
Lunch, Snacks and Drinks will be provided by NOMA Central Texas!
The upcoming Symposium will take place in San Antonio, Texas and showcase engaging short format presentations (15-20 minutes) around topics on Architecture, Design, Advocacy, and Justice (see below). The purpose of the Empower Design Symposium is to educate members on issues that impact our local communities and highlight the ways that people are addressing these issues. We are asking members of our community to come share their particular area of knowledge and expertise to empower all of us to be able to be more effective in our roles as Architects and Designers. Join us as we tapped into the amazing wealth of thought leadership and curiosity that we have in our Texas Region and engaged in high impact discussions.
General Body Meeting
Please join us for our first NOMA of Central Texas General Body meeting of 2026!
Support our mission to deepen the visibility of under represented people in architecture by getting involved with our chapter.
First time joining or have questions? email: noma@nomacentraltx.org
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81849015671?pwd=MTIzTGpIR29MU2wzb0pueCs2cTRtdz09
Meeting ID: 818 4901 5671
Passcode: 625865
Power + Place - Monthly Forum with President Lee
Join the first Power + Place with the President session of the new year! It's our monthly series designed to connect members directly with NOMA leadership on the issues shaping our organization and our field. These virtual conversations will be held once a month and will serve as an open forum to discuss what matters most from advocacy and equity in design to professional development and chapter priorities.
Register here: https://connect.noma.net/events/event-description?CalendarEventKey=42e495a0-c956-4254-a533-019bbcfa0ca0&Home=%2Fhome
Membership Renewal
Renew before Jan. 31st to avoid late fees.
Be sure to visit: https://www.noma.net/members/ to see all the benefits of being a part of NOMA.
Stay up to date: https://www.nomacentraltx.org/events to see all the events hosted in Central Texas.
Renew, Manage or Join: https://membership.noma.net/ to control all aspects of your personal profile.
Support the Organization: https://www.nomacentraltx.org/sponsor to become a sponsor or donate to Central Texas.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. March
Come join your fellow NOMA members as we participate in the largest MLK Jr. march in the nation located in San Antonio, Texas!
The 2026 celebration will begin with the in-person march kickoff at 10 a.m. at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Academy, followed by the park celebration at Pittman-Sullivan Park.
The park celebration will include: Main stage with multicultural performances, health and wellness area, youth area, food and merchandise vendor, & information booths. Hope to see you there!
Martin Luther King Jr. Academy
3501 Martin Luther King Dr.
San Antonio, TX, 78293
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.
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.
Holiday Party
NOMA Central Texas invites you to our Annual Holiday Party in Austin! Join us to celebrate the conclusion of another wonderful year.
When: Saturday, December 6th, 6:30 PM -10 PM
Where: Austin, TX
(address will be shared in RSVP confirmation!)
Dress up in your favorite cocktail attire and join us at The Edgeland House, in East Austin for this year’s party!
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.
Students & Sponsors:
Please email communication@nomacentraltx.org for a discount code!
Not a member and interested in learning more? Join us at our Holiday Party!
Please make sure to click on the red “cart” icon at the bottom right corner of the screen to complete the checkout process.
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
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.
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 please fill out the interest form below if you would like to attend!
Calendar invites with meeting links will be sent out based on form responses.
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
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.
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!
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Membership Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Membership Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Membership Committee, email: membership@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
Communications Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Communication Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Communications Committee, email: communication@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE
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!
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.
Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
NOMA Central Texas - Planning & Activities Committee Meeting
If you would like to join the monthly meeting and get more involved with the NOMA Central Texas Programming & Activities Committee, email: programming-activities@nomacentraltx.org
Learn more about all NOMA Central Texas Committees HERE