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Road Scholars Visit Red Cloud

… Image Road Scholars Visit Red Cloud October 25, 2019 In early October 2019, sixteen Road … reviews: “This was a delightful combination of literature, history, and staying at the Cather Second Home in Red Cloud …
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Annotations From the Archives: Thanksgiving in Red Cloud

… of July, the most characteristic and most patriotic of all American gala days, its origin is seldom referred to and its … left in almost total obscurity. We have come to regard this great feast day of ours as a thing that came about because … a little house in Canada, and I have lived in a good many places in the world, but no one place is as dear to me as …
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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. …
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Joseph Kyle’s Last Visit Leads to Unexpected Bequest

… Image Joseph Kyle’s Last Visit Leads to Unexpected Bequest September 27, 2022 There … had escorted his father to Nebraska in 2019 for “one last visit to the Plains.” While visiting south-central Nebraska, … the Kyles ventured to Red Cloud to see the National Willa Cather Center, participate in a guided tour, and …
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Exhibit Tour

… journey from Virginia; the domestic spaces in The Song of the Lark , "Old Mrs. Harris," and 'The Best Years"  that were … still decorated with original wallpaper. Burlington Depot 437 W Welsch Street New to the restored Burlington Depot is …
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Cather After Dark: Mourning, Medicine, and Murder

… 8:15pm CT The National Willa Cather Center 413 N Webster St Red Cloud , NE 68970 United States Register Online Now "The type … a few.  Guests are invited to book one 75-minute tour to visit the Red Cloud Cemetery, Willa Cather Childhood Home, …
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Lodging at the Cather Second Home Guest House

… and a robe and slippers are provided for your comfort. A main level shared bathroom contains a vanity-mounted sink … fee Please remove your shoes at the door to help us maintain the restored wood floors. Soft-soled bedroom … of a Cather family descendant. Black Hawk Room The main floor contains one guest bedroom, called Black Hawk for …
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National Willa Cather Center

… buildings and sites devoted to any American author. Your visit to the Center comes with the unique experience of an … appointment) Take in a performance or exhibit at the Red Cloud Opera House Hike, stargaze, or watch the sunrise and …
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Remembering Jennifer Hein

… students and strengthening schools. Her work included teaching, coordinating programs, and serving in several …
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Fight Against Slavery on the Great Plains

… Events Wednesday, Feb 18, 2026 | 1 - 2pm CT The National Willa Cather Center 413 N Webster St Red Cloud , NE 68970 United States Enjoy an afternoon filled … escaped to freedom and traveled roughly 2,000 miles to visit actual sites, cities, and places that freedom-seekers …
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