Architectural League renames young architects prize after Anne Rieselbach
The Architectural League of New York has renamed its Prize for Young Architects + Designers to honor Anne Rieselbach, the former program and membership director who served since 1986. Although she stepped down this spring, Rieselbach will remain involved as an advisor. The prize, which started in 1981 as the Young Architects Forum, has thrived under her leadership, contributing to initiatives like the Mentorship Program and Emerging Voices. The League is working to permanently fund the prize, aiming for a $625,000 endowment, having raised $415,000 so far. Executive director Jacob R. Moore praised Rieselbach's four decades of dedication, and she expressed her gratitude, emphasizing the prize's role in supporting emerging talent.
Key facts
- The Architectural League of New York renamed its Prize for Young Architects + Designers after Anne Rieselbach.
- Rieselbach served as program and membership director at the League since 1986.
- She stepped down from her role this spring but continues as an advisor.
- The prize was originally founded in 1981 as the Young Architects Forum.
- Rieselbach led Next Generation Fund programs including Mentorship, Student Program, Emerging Voices, and League Prize.
- The League has raised $415,000 toward a $625,000 endowment goal.
- Executive director Jacob R. Moore announced the renaming.
- The renaming commemorates Rieselbach's contributions to the organization and young architects.
Entities
Institutions
- Architectural League of New York
- Next Generation Fund
Locations
- New York City
- United States