1838 in architecture
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The year 1838 in architecture involved some significant events.
Buildings
- April 8 - The British National Gallery first opens to the public in the building purpose-designed for it by William Wilkins in Trafalgar Square, London.
- Rideau Hall is built by Scottish architect Thomas McKay.
Awards
- Grand Prix de Rome, architecture: (unknown).
Births
- September 29 - Henry Hobson Richardson (died 1886)
Deaths
- September 5 - Charles Percier (born 1764)