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EMPOWERING MARYLAND'S LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS SINCE 1972

The Maryland Chapter of the ASLA is the professional association for Landscape Architects, representing more than 400 members across Maryland.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Maryland Potomac ASLA Mentorship Mixer

Celebrate all things mentorship with students, emerging professionals, and seasoned practitioners (including MD- and POASLA fellows)! This special evening brings together students, emerging professionals, and seasoned practitioners (including MDASLA and POASLA Fellows!) for a night of reflection and meaningful connection-making. As we celebrate the culmination of the 2026 Maryland-Potomac ASLA Mentorship Program and recognize the recipient of the 2026 MDASLA LARE Support Fund

Buildings and the Spaces Around Them - Walking Tour

Date: May 28, 2026 Time: 6:00-8:00PM Location: AIA Center Downtown, One Charles Center, 100 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA Division 32 invites you to experience Buildings and the Spaces Around Them, a guided walking tour that reveals Baltimore through a fresh perspective. Discover the stories behind some of the city’s most iconic architecture, from the influential figures who funded these landmarks to the designers who brought them to life. Along the way, participants

2026 Maryland ASLA Gala

Celebrate design, history, and landscape at the Maryland ASLA Awards Gala on Thursday, May 14, at the William Paca House & Garden in Annapolis. Marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this year's event takes place at the restored Georgian home of singer William Paca -- one of the nation's premier historic landmarks. Stroll the gardens during Cocktail Hour (5-6pm) followed by our annual Awards program (6-9pm). Join colleagues and friends for an inspir

NATIONAL NEWS

ASLA K-12 Wish List: Bring a Teacher’s Wish to Life

Help bring classroom dreams to life! Maryland educators shared their wish lists during ASLA’s Design Academy, and we can make them a reality. Bullis in Potomac is seeking books, art experiences, mindfulness tools, plants, and more. Even small contributions make a big impact—join us in supporting teachers and inspiring the next generation.

Trustee's Letter: July 2025

There are several exciting things of interest to our members this spring & summer. National ASLA held their annual mid-year meeting for the Board of Trustees on May 1-2...

Robert C. Hruby Elected to ASLA Council of Fellows

The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) has announced the elevation of Robert C. Hruby, ASLA, of Campion Hruby Landscape Architects to the ASLA Council of Fellows. Hruby is one of 50 distinguished landscape architects selected for this honor in 2025. Fellowship is among the highest recognitions the ASLA bestows on members, honoring individuals whose contributions to the profession and society have made a profound and lasting impact.

LETTERS

President's Letter: January 2026

Happy New Year, Maryland Chapter ASLA Community! As is the case every year, the turn of the calendar marks the beginning of a very busy season for our Chapter. Our January newsletter — the one you’re reading right now — is arguably the most important of the year. There are four key items I’d like to call to your attention: 1. The Call for Entries for our 2026 Awards Program is officially live, with a firm submission deadline of February 27 at 11:59 PM. This year’s awards wi

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CHAPTER NEWS

2026 Maryland ASLA Gala

Celebrate design, history, and landscape at the Maryland ASLA Awards Gala on Thursday, May 14, at the William Paca House & Garden in Annapolis. Marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this year's event takes place at the restored Georgian home of singer William Paca -- one of the nation's premier historic landmarks. Stroll the gardens during Cocktail Hour (5-6pm) followed by our annual Awards program (6-9pm). Join colleagues and friends for an inspir

Trustee Letter: April 2026

Spring is here! Welcome, and thank you for reading the MDASLA Newsletter. By way of introduction, my name is Brian Reetz, a former MDASLA President (circa 2004), and I’m honored to now serve as your newly appointed Trustee. I’m pleased to share my first update on recent national efforts by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) and to stay connected with the important work happening across our profession. ASLA continues to demonstrate leadership at the intersecti

Advocacy Update: Sustainability in 2026 Maryland State Legislation

The Maryland legislative session often begins with around 2600 bill proposals, resulting in about one-third passing each year. ASLA’s Environmental Sustainability Policy Statement includes the belief that “environmental sustainability is the stable coexistence of natural and built ecosystems and human activity”. In this installment of the Maryland ASLA - Legislative Awareness series, we look at sustainability in four proposed bills progressing through chambers and why each bi

MDASLA 2026 L.A.R.E. Support Fund Recipient

Maryland ASLA Announces 2026 L.A.R.E. Support Fund Recipient

MDASLA is proud to announce the recipient of the 2026 L.A.R.E. Support Fund!

6 Takeaways from the MDASLA Regional Conference

This February, landscape architects and designers from throughout the region came together for the MDASLA 2026 Regional Conference, a day of inspiration and conversation on the theme “Leading Locally: Our Responsibility to the Community, Climate and Ecosystem.” In a content-packed day filled with practice-based presentations (and 6 CEUs!), participants gained insight into the ecological—and ethical—issues shaping landscape architecture practice across the state’s ecoregions.

MDASLA Advocacy & Awareness Update

Welcome to the 2026 Maryland legislative session! The MDASLA Executive Board advocates on members behalf to state legislator by hiring a legislator consultant to guide the board on bills have the potential to impact landscape architecture licensure and the practice of landscape architecture. The Advocacy Committee made up of MDASLA Board Members and volunteers and legislative Advisor, Jack Neil Associates follow the progress of bills, inform members about the impacts and writ

MDASLA Announces 2026 Scholarship/Fellowship Recipients

The Maryland Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) offers this annual scholarship and fellowship opportunity in furtherance of its mission to empower landscape architects and advance the profession through advocacy, education, communication, and fellowship. We are proud to announce the recipients of this year's scholarships, recognizing the outstanding students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and passion for the fie

Call for Award Entries

The intent of the Professional Awards Program is to celebrate seminal works of Landscape Architecture built or designed in the State of Maryland and to recognize the practitioners and teams behind them. The program serves as a platform to highlight projects that demonstrate a superior quality of design and execution, garnering attention from fellow-practitioners, legislators, related disciplines, and the public at large. Award recipients will be honored at the annual MD ASLA

Call for Associate Member Representative

The Maryland ASLA Chapter is seeking an additional Associate Member Representative (formerly Junior Professional Representative) to serve on the Chapter’s Executive Committee for a one-year term.

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Maryland Potomac ASLA Mentorship Mixer

Celebrate all things mentorship with students, emerging professionals, and seasoned practitioners (including MD- and POASLA fellows)! This special evening brings together students, emerging professionals, and seasoned practitioners (including MDASLA and POASLA Fellows!) for a night of reflection and meaningful connection-making. As we celebrate the culmination of the 2026 Maryland-Potomac ASLA Mentorship Program and recognize the recipient of the 2026 MDASLA LARE Support Fund

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