Architects Experienced the Art and Craft of Union Masonry at BAC Local 1 NY This past week, architects from across New York had the opportunity to step inside the John B. Scola Training Center in Long Island City to experience firsthand the skill, precision, and artistry of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local 1 NY. Through a hands-on masonry program, participants learned from seasoned union instructors and apprentices about the time-honored techniques that have shaped New York City—from it

Joshua Cherkes, a 4th-year apprentice with Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 1 NY, built his career by taking the leap—passing the exam, completing pre-apprenticeship, and getting placed on the job within 12 weeks. Today, he’s working on major projects including university restorations, the George Washington Bridge, LaGuardia Airport, and museums in Harlem. Joshua says the craft offers great wages, healthcare, and real career stability—a powerful example of opportunity through union appren

Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 1 NY continues to open doors for young people building meaningful futures — and fourth-year apprentice Elijah Caddle is proof of what’s possible when opportunity meets determination. Elijah began his journey during the uncertainty of the pandemic. Instead of waiting, he researched apprenticeships, applied through the state portal, and committed to a new path. Now in his fourth year and thriving at 90%, he’s proud of the skills he’s gained: bricklaying fund