Category: Happenings
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From our partners at Side of Culture – a feature on Fonthill Castle
Bucks County, PA, is a hub of creativity, highlighted by Fonthill Castle and the Mercer Museum, both associated with Henry C. Mercer (1856–1930). Mercer’s legacy as an Arts and Crafts tile maker and archaeologist is preserved in his unique concrete home and the extensive collection of pre-industrial tools showcased nearby.
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Langlais Art Preserve featured in The Times Record
Langlais Art Preserve has received national historic recognition from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It was included in the Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios network, marking the program’s most significant expansion since its inception in 2000, with 19 new affiliate sites added.
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5 HAHS sites awarded in 4th Round of Dorothy C. Radgowski Learning Through Women’s Achievement in the Arts grants
The National Trust for Historic Preservation announced grants totaling $76,577 for five Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios sites during Women’s History Month. These funding efforts aim to enhance the partnership with the Where Women Made History program, fostering K-5 students’ engagement in STEAM education inspired by women’s achievements.
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James Castle House hosts HAHS Traveling Exhibition | February 13 to November 8
The exhibition “Where Art Begins: The People and Places of the Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios Program” will be held at the James Castle House in Boise, Idaho, from February 13 to November 8, 2025. It showcases photographs of 61 artists’ homes and studios associated with The National Trust for…
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National Trust Announces 19 New HAHS Affiliate Sites
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has expanded its Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios program, adding 19 new affiliate sites, its largest growth since 2000. This milestone coincides with HAHS’ 25th anniversary and enhances representation of diverse artistic legacies, including women, Asian American, Indigenous, and Black artists across various states.
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HAHS Panel at PastForward2024, October 30, 2024
Join us in New Orleans this October for the National Trust’s annual conference where projects from the Radgowski Grant program will be showcased. The panel and workshop, moderated by HAHS Director Valerie Balint and Chris Morris, will highlight innovative approaches to centering women’s narratives in education STEAM programming for youth.
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HAHS Director Valerie Balint interviewed for Gagosian Quarterly, Summer 2024
The ongoing series “Building a Legacy: Historic Artists Homes and Studios” features discussions with experts in artists’ estates and legacy stewardship. Daniel Belasco and Valerie Balint discuss the importance of preserving and engaging with artists’ personal and creative spaces. The article provides valuable insights for artists, foundations, scholars, and others.
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Join HAHS for an Exclusive Trip to the Hamptons
Discover the Hamptons’ artistic legacy on a four-day insiders’ tour by Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios and Art Horizons International. Explore 8 HAHS sites, private collections, and immerse in the enduring artistic community of the East End. Experience historical and contemporary artistic spaces with exclusive tours, accommodations, and more for…