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What We're Grateful For: Staff Reflections
… Reflections November 22, 2022 Some of our National Willa Cather Center staff reflect upon what they're grateful for … and enriches lives. I also owe a debt of gratitude to the supporters and volunteers who make our work possible. We … among people who celebrate the beauty of nature and the prairie. I feel I am learning about the pioneer spirit, and …
Posted: 11/21/2022
Last Updated: 12/22/2022
Laura Bush Announces the Willa Cather Campaign for the Future
… transferred ownership of six historic properties and about 8,000 artifacts to the Willa Cather Foundation. The … and historian David McCullough noted, “The marvelous thing about going to Red Cloud, Nebraska, is you can walk right … a 1:1 match in nonfederal funds. Gifts of all sizes are welcome. To donate, send your contribution, clearly labeled …
Posted: 11/22/2022
Last Updated: 11/22/2022
56th Annual Spring Conference
… of popular music, movies, and books, to her writings about actresses and opera stars, Cather regularly engaged … celebrated. “This year’s program will educate participants about aspects of Cather's life and work while also … the Willa Cather Spring Conference is that all people are welcome and can participate. The Willa Cather Foundation …
Posted: 12/29/2014
Last Updated: 07/19/2022
Music on the Prairie
… Foundation will provide two special opportunities for visitors to explore the land that Cather so vividly … insight about nonfiction writing while visiting the prairie town that inspired Nebraska’s Pulitzer Prize-winning author, … from the land and its rare forbs and grasses. Guided tours of Cather’s childhood home and other sites relating to …
Posted: 12/27/2014
Last Updated: 07/19/2022
Willa Cather Foundation Awarded Operations Support from Nebraska Arts Council
… we receive from Nebraska Arts Council and we are excited to welcome performers and patrons for live programming again.” … of many Nebraska-based and regional artists. For more about upcoming programs click HERE . About the Nebraska Arts Council Nebraska Arts Council (NAC), …
Posted: 06/16/2021
Last Updated: 07/19/2022
Back to School and Back to Cather
… Image Back to School and Back to Cather August 16, 2021 While the pendulum swung from a … to bring their classes to Red Cloud for in-person, guided tours of our sites and center, but they can also make use of …
Posted: 08/16/2021
Last Updated: 07/19/2022
49 Minutes of Fame Artist Profile: Sarah Rowe
… beautiful adventure,” as it allowed her to learn more about art, theater and music. During that time, Rowe became … the words “Please Stand By” in the center, and visitors are welcome to interact with the piece by taking photos of … want people to stand by,” Rowe says. “The piece is a satire about the collapse of capitalism, how fake money is and how …
Posted: 12/10/2021
Last Updated: 07/19/2022
Willa Cather Foundation Receives Governor's Arts Award
… and the arts. Almost a decade ago, the WCF dared to dream about renovating a long-forgotten historic building to … have created high-quality and professional attractions to welcome visitors and residents alike for creative and …
Posted: 05/23/2018
Last Updated: 07/11/2022
The Ensemble Theatre: "Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry"
… Image Opera House Friday, Nov 27, 2020 | 12am - Sunday, Nov 29, 2020 | 12pm Red Cloud Opera House 413 N. Webster Street Red Cloud , 68970 United … free of charge to area students and teachers. Thank you Sponsors! Rick and Barb Kudrna Mid-America Arts Alliance and …
Posted: 12/13/2019
Last Updated: 01/28/2021
Ecotourism on the Great Plains: Red Cloud Workshop
… the Sandhills, or some other beautiful place, you are welcome! For those who have experienced it, the Great … of a project funded by the Rural Futures Institute. More about the project here: http://visittheprairie.com …
Posted: 06/06/2017
Last Updated: 07/25/2017