Phoenix Flies 2026 | Leila Ross Wilburn and the Growth of Piedmont Avenue

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Phoenix Flies 2026 | Leila Ross Wilburn and the Growth of Piedmont AvenueByThe Atlanta Preservation Center Follow266 11th St NEAtlanta, GAFriday, Mar 13 at 3 pmOverviewLearn more about what makes Leila Ross Wilburn's designs so special and how they fit into the larger development story of Midtown Atlanta.Pioneering female architect Leila Ross Wilburn changed the way Atlantans lived, bringing modern conveniences and charming designs that still resonate today. Her plan book business spread her ideas across the country and fueled this fascinating lady's 60 year career. We'll focus on two of her apartment building designs, Wilburn House and Chatam Court (now the Piedmont and Third Condominiums) as we discuss her life and work.As we walk between these two stops (about one mile) we'll talk more about how Ms. Wilburn's work fit into the larger development of Piedmont Avenue and hear stories about the families, developers, and others that shaped modern Midtown!If the event is full, please register for the waitlist to be notified if a spot becomes available.Learn more about what makes Leila Ross Wilburn's designs so special and how they fit into the larger development story of Midtown Atlanta.Pioneering female architect Leila Ross Wilburn changed the way Atlantans lived, bringing modern conveniences and charming designs that still resonate today. Her plan book business spread her ideas across the country and fueled this fascinating lady's 60 year career. We'll focus on two of her apartment building designs, Wilburn House and Chatam Court (now the Piedmont and Third Condominiums) as we discuss her life and work.As we walk between these two stops (about one mile) we'll talk more about how Ms. Wilburn's work fit into the larger development of Piedmont Avenue and hear stories about the families, developers, and others that shaped modern Midtown!If the event is full, please register for the waitlist to be notified if a spot becomes available.Read lessGood to knowHighlightsIn personRefund PolicyNo refundsHighlightsIn personRefund PolicyNo refundsLocation266 11th St NE266 11th Street NortheastAtlanta, GA 30309How do you want to get there?DrivingPublic transportBikingWalkingShow mapOrganized byThe Atlanta Preservation CenterFollowers3296Events1695Hosting6 yearsContact FollowReport this event