The Illinois Property Assessment Institute is celebrating a major milestone—60 years of supporting, educating, and connecting assessment professionals across the state. As we reflect on six decades of progress, professionalism, and community, we want to highlight the people and moments that have shaped the history of Illinois property assessment.

That’s where you come in.

We’re collecting photos and memorabilia that showcase the rich history of the IPAI and the broader assessment profession in Illinois. Whether it’s a snapshot from a past State Conference, images of office life in the '80s, or materials from early training events, we’d love to see it!

Ways to Contribute

• Upload Digital Photos:
  Easily share your photos through our online collection site here:
  https://albums.memento.com/send28230

• Loan a Physical Item:
  Do you have an old conference badge, course manual, award, or other item that reflects our shared history? You’re welcome to bring it to an upcoming regional conference or mail it directly to the IPAI office for display.

All contributions help us build a visual and tangible timeline of the journey we've taken together. Some items may be featured in upcoming anniversary materials, displays, or events during our 60th anniversary celebration in 2026.

Let’s honor the past and inspire the future—together.

If you have any questions about sharing photos or loaning an item, feel free to reach out to the IPAI office. We can’t wait to see what you have to share!