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Road Scholars Visit Red Cloud
… Image Road Scholars Visit Red Cloud October 25, 2019 In early October 2019, … engaged in a special program planned through the National Willa Cather Center. With a well-planned itinerary offered … and visited the Willa Cather Memorial Prairie. They also experienced our “ Country Tour ” on board a vintage trolley …
Posted: 10/23/2019
Last Updated: 11/21/2019
The Red Cloud Opera House is on the Nebraska Passport Program
… Image The Red Cloud Opera House is on the Nebraska Passport Program April … Travelers will have from May 1 through September 30 to visit the attractions and get their stamps. The summer … and its people—from the things we make to our unique history,” said Passport Program Coordinator Amanda Barker. …
Posted: 04/15/2016
Last Updated: 07/19/2022
Joseph Kyle’s Last Visit Leads to Unexpected Bequest
… Image Joseph Kyle’s Last Visit Leads to Unexpected Bequest September 27, 2022 There are few things more …
Posted: 09/27/2022
Last Updated: 12/20/2022
Historic Sites
… author. Willa Cather Childhood Home Built in 1879, this house was five years old when the Cather family moved in. … 1965. Efforts to save the depot were extensive, requiring relocation and a full restoration—the result of the railroad's … Carrie, Mary, and Irene Miner. The Miners inspired the Harling family of My Ántonia . Cather dedicated My Ántonia …
Posted: 01/16/2023
Last Updated: 05/17/2024
69th Annual Willa Cather Spring Conference
… are encouraged. Abstracts, along with a short bio, your contact information and institutional affiliation, should be …
Posted: 09/21/2023
Last Updated: 05/13/2024
Restored Willa Cather Childhood Home Reopens
… Cather house is vividly described in Cather's novel, The Song of the Lark , and short stories, “Old Mrs. Harris,” and “The Best … She would later write the bedroom description into The Song of the Lark (1915): “The ceiling was so low that a …
Posted: 12/05/2023
Last Updated: 04/25/2024
School Field Trips
… Home & More The National Willa Cather Center offers customizable experiences for students of all ages and grade … the current exhibit on display in the Red Cloud Opera House Art Gallery. Take part in an archival learning activity. … staff. Not sure how to get started planning your visit? Contact Rachel Olsen, director of education and engagement …
Posted: 01/16/2023
Last Updated: 04/07/2024
Cather Legacy Society
… your philanthropic needs. If you have questions, please contact your financial advisors or Ashley Olson, Executive …
Posted: 01/17/2023
Last Updated: 04/02/2024
Willa Cather Memorial Prairie
… of the prairie are available by pre-arrangment. Please contact director of education and engagement Rachel Olsen …
Posted: 01/16/2023
Last Updated: 04/02/2024
Conservation of Willa Cather's Attic Bedroom Wallpaper
… Bower" March 4, 2024 SUPPORT THIS PROJECT As part of the 2019 collections and buildings transfer between History … small red and brown roses on a yellowish ground." In May 2019, we were thrilled to launch a preliminary conservation … Attic Bedroom Wallpaper, " History Nebraska Blog, May 9, 2019 " History Nebraska Transfers Willa Cather State …
Posted: 07/02/2019
Last Updated: 04/01/2024