In April of 1968, President Lyndon B. Johnson dedicated a new Institute with a mandate to "... bridge the gulf between the lonely scholar in search of truth and the decision-maker in search of progress."

40 years later, the Urban Institute celebrates four decades of service as one of the nation's most respected nonpartisan social and economic policy research organizations.

40 Years - 40 Accomplishments

How do you sum up the breadth and impact of four decades of research? We highlight 40 key accomplishments that have changed the policy landscape. See our Top 40

40th Anniversary Events

The Housing Meltdown: Spill-Overs and Strategies for Families, Neighborhoods, and Governments
An Urban Institute 40th Anniversary Roundtable (audio available)

The Urban Institute Through the Years A narrative timeline highlights the Institute's history and areas of focus year to year.