The Society of Architectural
Historians of Great Britain
The Society of Architectural Historians of Great Britain brings together all those with an interest in the history of the built environment – academics, architects, heritage experts and the wider public. As the leading body in the field, we believe that appreciation of architectural history plays a vital role in understanding our culture, past and present. With the help of our members, we publish new research, organise a broad range of events, provide educational opportunities and advance the understanding of the built histories of all periods and places, in Britain and beyond.
“With a wide remit and a diverse membership, we are open to everyone with an interest in the built environment, wherever they come from and whatever their area. As the leading body in the area, this inclusive mandate is reflected across all our funding and educational support, publications, events and awards. ”
Announcement of the 2024 SAHGB Award Winners
We are pleased to congratulate the winners of this year’s SAHGB awards. The awards are overseen by the SAHGB to reward work that is innovative, ambitious and rigorous in tackling histories of the built environment as broadly conceived. The SAHGB’s awards programme is open and inclusive wherever possible, celebrating diversity of approach and recognising work at all career levels.
Looking Back, Looking Forward: the Work and Legacy of Mark Girouard
The event “Looking Back, Looking Forward: the Work and Legacy of Mark Girouard” held on 26 October 2024 at The Courtauld Institute of Art, celebrated the life and contribution of renowned architectural historian Mark Girouard.
Book Talk: The Architectural Image and Early Modern Science: Wendel Dietterlin and the Rise of Empirical Investigation
For our first seminar of the new year, we will be joined by Elizabeth J. Petcu, Senior Lecturer in Architectural History at the University of Edinburgh. Her research and teaching examine the intersections of visual and scientific inquiry in the art and architectural culture of the early modern world.