Julia Morgan: Visionary Architect of the California Renaissance

A true pioneer of her time, Julia Morgan was the first woman admitted to the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, the first licensed female architect in California, and the first woman to receive the AIA’s Gold Medal. Morgan was also the mastermind behind some of California’s most iconic buildings, including the majestic Hearst Castle. Take a closer look into the fascinating work and life of this trailblazer with contributors to the recently published book Julia Morgan: The Road to San Simeon.