Celebrate World Architecture Day 2026 with YAF Fort Wayne

The Young Architects Forum Fort Wayne (YAF FW) is excited to celebrate World Architecture Day 2026 at Science Central, on Saturday, October 10, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help make the day a success! Continuing an annual tradition, YAF FW is partnering with Science Central to introduce children of all ages, and even a few parents, to the world of architecture through a fun, hands-on learning experience. This year’s activity will take participants through four interactive stations exploring the process of designing a house for a specific biome. Along the way, kids will learn how architects think about climate, environment, design challenges, and the needs of the people who will use a building. Architects, emerging professionals, interns, and others interested in sharing their enthusiasm for architecture are encouraged to volunteer. Feel free to invite colleagues from your office, especially interns and young professionals who would enjoy getting involved. Volunteers may participate for one shift or stay for the entire day – Morning Shift: 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Afternoon Shift: 1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Coffee and donuts will be provided in the morning, along with lunch midway through the day. Volunteers will also receive YAF FW polos to wear during the event. Interested in volunteering? Contact Adam Jarosik at ajarosik@mkmdesign.com or Javier Chavez at jchavez@elevatus.com and indicate which shift or shifts you would like to join. Come spend a fun day inspiring the next generation and showing the Fort Wayne community what architects do!