Background
Harkness, Albert was born on November 8, 1886 in Hamilton, New York, United States. Son of Albert G. and Katherine M. (Beebee) Harkness.
Harkness, Albert was born on November 8, 1886 in Hamilton, New York, United States. Son of Albert G. and Katherine M. (Beebee) Harkness.
Bachelor of Arts, Brown University, 1909. Bachelor of Science, Massachusetts Institute Technology, 1912.
Employed in architectural offices Delano & Aldrich. H. Van Buren Magonigle. McKim, Mead & White, 1912-1918.
In private practice, Providence, 1919-1973.
Director Providence Athenaeum, 1930-1932, 38-46. Member Rhode Island Board Examination and Registration Architects, 1936, 40-54, 59-64.
Official in manufacturer munitions Gorham Manufacturing Company, 1943-1944. American Institute of Architects representative to the United States Committee for United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, 1947-1948.
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Member Rhode Island Board Examination and Registration Architects, 1936, 40-54, 59-64. Official in manufacturer munitions Gorham Manufacturing Company, 1943-1944. Member Providence Redevelopment Agency, 1947-1966, vice chairman 1947-1954.
Fellow American Institute of Architects (director 1937-1939, president Rhode Island chapter 1933-1934, 45-46).
Member Alpha Delta Phi. Clubs: Century Association (New York City).
Married Sara Arden Cheesman, August 29, 1914. Married second, Mistress. Children: Albert, John Cheesman, Livingston Arden (deceased).