Havana, February 13 (RHC) -- The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has distinguished Havana’s Historian Eusebio Leal Spengler as an Honorary Associate.

RIBA is a professional organization of UK architects, based in London.  It was founded in 1834 and has more than 44,000 members.

RIBA Honorary Fellowships are awarded annually to people who are not architects, but have made a particular contribution to architecture. This includes individuals who have helped to create more sustainable communities through architecture, those involved in its promotion and management and those who nurture the interests of future generations. 

Winners of this year’s RIBA Honorary Fellowships include individuals from a diverse spectrum of backgrounds, including museums and galleries, healthcare, architectural history and design. 

The 2019 RIBA Honorary Fellowships will be presented at a special event at the RIBA in London later this month.