Norma Sklarek

Even though Black History Month is coming to an end, the California Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) continues to celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of Black Americans who have helped shape and build the communities we live in today. Black Americans have shaped California and the nation for centuries –…

One of the first Black women to earn an architecture license in the state of California Norma Merrick Sklarek was a pioneer in the field of architecture. In the1960’s, she became one of the first Black women to be licensed in California. Her brilliance, passion, and perseverance allowed her to…