National Willa Cather Center News
Visit this page often for the latest Cather-related news as well as information about the Willa Cather Foundation's programs, collections, and events.
"Red Cloud circa 1900" on Display
Currently on display in the Red Cloud Opera House Gallery is an original painting by Todd Williams, entitled "Red Cloud circa 1900." The piece is a part of a project called “Painting the Legacy of Nebraska: Celebrating 150 Years” in which Williams will paint a scene from each of Nebraska’s ninety-three counties. This project is taking place in conjunction with The Nebraska Sesquicentennial in 2017. The stunning painting was unveilied to the public at a reception on Tuesday, November 25, 2014.
New Collection of Letters
Our growing collection of Cather papers and objects was enhanced recently with the addition of The Beatrix "Trix" Mizer Florance and Sidney R. Florance Collection, a group of letters written to Sidney and Beatrix Mizer Florance. A childhood friend of Cather who later studied music in Chicago, "Trix" Mizer Florance is one of several possible prototypes for Cather's Lucy Gayheart, making the addition of these letters especially important for scholars and enthusiasts. More than twenty-five letters, cards, and notes reveal their long friendship and their shared interest in music.
Joseph Hall
JOSEPH HALL RETURNS TO THE RED CLOUD OPERA HOUSE
(Red Cloud, NE) — Elvis is in the building! Joseph Hall is bringing his Elvis Rock ‘N’ Remember tribute show to the Red Cloud Opera House on Saturday, December 6 at 7 p.m.
Mike and Mary Dixon Artist Reception
ARTIST RECEPTION TO BE HELD FOR DIXONS
(Red Cloud, NE) — The public is invited to attend a reception for Hastings artists Mike and Mary Dixon on Saturday, December 6 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Red Cloud Opera House Gallery.
Ring in the Holiday Season in Red Cloud
RING IN THE HOLIDAY SEASON IN RED CLOUD
(Red Cloud, NE) —On Sunday, December 7 three of Red Cloud’s non-profit organizations will hold special holiday events that the public is invited to attend. These activities are a great chance to ring in the holiday season while supporting the programs and services of the Auld Public Library, Webster County Museum, and the Willa Cather Foundation.
Free Kids Movie
FREE KIDS MOVIE AT THE RED CLOUD OPERA HOUSE
(Red Cloud, NE) — The Disney film Planes: Fire and Rescue will be shown on Saturday, December 13 at 10 a.m. in the Red Cloud Opera House Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public.
December Soup Showdown
CHEFS NEEDED FOR DECEMBER NIGHT SOUP SHOWDOWN
(Red Cloud, NE) — Do you have a can’t-be-beat game day chili? Is your grandmother’s chicken noodle soup recipe the best in a six-county radius? Or, do you have your own special concoction that your family and friends rave about? Now you have a chance to prove that you make the best soup in town!
Celebrate Cather's Birthday!
Willa Cather's 141st birthday is Sunday, December 7, 2014. As a way of celebrating her place in American culture and raising some financial support for her Foundation, would you consider hosting a party in her honor? You choose the date—preferably within a month or so of her birthday—and you choose the kind of party, the number of guests and the suggested donation. Invitations and publicity about the events will be provided by the Willa Cather Foundation.
Currently in the Gallery: Mike and Mary Dixon
Art by the Dixons on View in the Red Cloud Opera House Gallery
(Red Cloud, NE) — The Red Cloud Opera House Gallery is currently displaying two styles of artwork, including artistic photography by Michael Dixon and visual mixed media art, by his wife, Mary Dixon.
Initial Construction on National Willa Cather Center Begins
On October 9, 2014, phase one of construction began on the historic Moon Block building in downtown Red Cloud, Nebraska, which will become the National Willa Cather Center. "Beginning construction is a milestone in recognizing Willa Cather's enduring legacy. We are grateful to more than 350 individuals and foundations nationwide who have made this possible," said Honorary National Chair, Ken Burns.