The Argonaut Building: An Evening with the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation
The Argonaut Building: An Evening with the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation
Join the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation for a memorable evening inside one of Detroit’s most remarkable architectural landmarks.
On October 1, 2026, from 6:00–8:30 PM, guests are invited to the A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education (formerly the Argonaut Building) for an evening celebrating Detroit’s architectural heritage and Albert Kahn’s lasting impact.
Enjoy an Evening of Architecture, History & Connection
Guests will have the opportunity to:
- Explore the extraordinary Argonaut Building on a guided tour
- Connect with fellow supporters of Detroit’s architectural heritage
- Enjoy light fare, wine, and beer
- Learn more about the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation and its work to preserve and share Albert Kahn’s legacy
- Experience unique spaces within this historic building
The evening will include guided tours led by Jacob Jones and Davy Webb, including the original car freight elevator and car turntable.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time: 6:00–8:30 PM
Location: A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education
(Formerly known as the Argonaut Building)
Tickets: $95 per person
Complimentary parking included
Light fare, wine, and beer included
Support the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation
Your attendance helps support the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation’s mission to preserve and share the legacy of the “Architect of Detroit.”
Sponsorship opportunities are also available for this special event, with support helping advance preservation, education, and outreach while providing recognition and other benefits.
Sponsorship Opportunities
$500 — Preservation Partner
- Recognition as a Preservation Partner in the event program
- Name listed on AKLF website and social media
- Two tickets to the event
$1,000 — Design Advocate
- Recognition as a Design Advocate in the event program
- Name listed on the AKLF website and social media
- Four tickets to the event
- Early registration for a future AKLF walking tour
$2,500 — Legacy Builder
- Recognition as a Legacy Builder in the event program
- Logo placement on event signage and digital materials
- Recognition on the AKLF website and social media
- Four tickets to the event
- Invitation to a future AKLF conversation with Foundation leadership
- Early registration for a future AKLF walking tour
$5,000 — Industrial Visionary
- Prominent recognition as an Industrial Visionary in the event program and on event signage
- Recognition on the Foundation website, social media, and selected press materials
- Six tickets to the event
- Invitation to a future AKLF conversation with Foundation leadership
- Customized AKLF tour for up to six guests
$10,000 — Global Heritage Patron
- Premier recognition as a Global Heritage Patron in the event program, signage, and digital materials
- Recognition on the Foundation website, social media, and selected press materials
- Eight tickets to the event
- Preferred ticketing and support
- Invitation to a future AKLF conversation with Foundation leadership
- Customized AKLF tour for up to 10 guests
- Acknowledgment during event remarks and in post-event communications
We hope you’ll join us for this special evening celebrating Detroit, architecture, and Albert Kahn’s enduring legacy.
