Born to a Jewish family in Germany in 1869, Albert Kahn was the eldest of eight children. At the age of 12, Albert emigrated to Detroit with his family and took on odd jobs to help provide or them. His natural talent for drawing, hardworking nature, and humility led him to become an inspiration for his family, colleagues, and community.
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The Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation honors the life, innovations,
and global impact of architect Albert Kahn.
The Work of Albert Kahn
Born to a Jewish family in Germany in 1869, Albert Kahn was the eldest of eight children. At the age of 12, Albert emigrated to Detroit with his family and took on odd jobs to help provide or them. His natural talent for drawing, hardworking nature, and humility led him to become an inspiration for his family, colleagues, and community.
The Foundation
The Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation is a nonprofit organization established in 2020 to celebrate and preserve the history, work, and impact of Detroit’s most iconic architect of the 20th century, Albert Kahn. We honor Kahn’s legacy through: exhibits, lectures and educational programs, building, bike and walking tours, reference and research services and an educational website.
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Thank You to Our Supporters
For everything you have done for us in the past and everything you continue to do, all of us at the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation want you to know how thankful we are for your support and generosity.