National Willa Cather Center News
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Visit this page often for the latest Cather-related news as well as information about the Willa Cather Foundation's programs, collections, and events.
Willa Cather Goes Back to School, Almost
August 28, 2019
Read a letter from Willa Cather — written in 1909 to Edwin James Overing, Jr. — recalling her school days in Red Cloud.
Sunflower Trails Across the Great Plains
August 28, 2019
This is the season for "sunflower-bordered roads." Here we dig a bit more into their folklore.
Student and Educator Scholarships for 2020
August 28, 2019
Explore annual scholarship opportunities for students and educators. Deadlines are in the first few months of 2020.
2019 Artist-in-Residence, Richard Dickson, On What Inspires His Rural Photography
July 31, 2019
An interview with Richard Dickson, English photographer and artist-in-residence, on what inspires his rural photography.
Now Booking School and Group Tours For the Fall
July 31, 2019
Fall is the perfect time to visit Red Cloud — book now for school visits and other group tours.
Willa Cather’s “Hiawatha Dress” On Exhibit
July 31, 2019
The iconic "Hiawatha Dress," part of the recently-returned Willa Cather Pioneer Memorial Collection, can be seen through August at the National Willa Cather Center.
Sites Manager Position Open
July 23, 2019
We are seeking a highly-organized, technically skilled, and multi-talented candidate to fill a new Sites Manager position.
"A Lost Lady" Published in Brazil in Portuguese
July 1, 2019
Translating "A Lost Lady" into Brazilian Portuguese — An Interview with Mauricio Tamboni, Publisher of Ponto Edita
Meet Intern William Kelly
June 26, 2019
We are encouraged when young scholars and future professionals show an interest in history, the arts, or a career in the nonprofit realm. This summer, William Kelly has joined us to delve into all aspects of development.
An Opportunity to Help Conserve our Collection
April 26, 2019
Would you like to directly support our preservation mission? A number of our collection pieces are in need of conservation.