Fireside Chat with Robert P. Madison. Madison, the first black recipient of an architecture degree in Ohio is also the founder of the first black-owned architecture firm in the state – Robert P. Madison International.
Please join the Shaker Historical Society for a Fireside Chat with Robert P. Madison. Madison, the first black recipient of an architecture degree in Ohio is also the founder of the first black-owned architecture firm in the state – Robert P. Madison International. Madison was born in Cleveland, earned his degree at Western Reserve University and went on to study at Harvard University and the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He also fought in Italy with the famous Buffalo Soldiers of the 92nd Infantry Division and was wounded in action, which resulted in his earning a purple heart.
His firm Robert P. Madison International, launched in 1954, had a hand in designing some of Cleveland’s most notable buildings including the renovated Cleveland Public Library, the Great Lakes Science Center, Cleveland Browns Stadium, Quicken Loans Arena and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.
Madison will lead a fireside chat followed by a Q&A.
This event is free with Museum Admission
2020/05/31 - 2020/05/31
Shaker Historical Society
16740 South Park Blvd, Shaker Heights, OH 44120
Parking is available in the lot behind the museum. Cyclists may park their bikes at racks near the main entrance. Drivers may park facing the garage. A designated handicapped parking space is located near the ADA ramp and entrance. If the lot is full, visitors may park on the north side of South Park Blvd (opposite the museum).