Detailed Instructions: Generate a correct and concise answer for the question based on the words in the context.
Q: Context : Louis Skidmore (April 8, 1897 -- September 27, 1962) was an American architect, co-founder of the architecture firm Skidmore, Owings and Merrill and recipient of the AIA Gold Medal.
Question : What was the award received by Louis Skidmore?
A:
AIA Gold Medal