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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 Statue Unveiled in National Statuary Hall of the U.S. Capitol
June 7, 2023
Willa Cather is now one of two Nebraskans to represent the state in the National Statuary Hall Collection of the U.S. Capitol.
Own A Piece of History: Willa Cather Sculpture
June 7, 2023
Own your own cast bronze sculpture of Willa Cather by sculptor, Littleton Alston!
Announcing the Inaugural Cohort in the Willa Cather Residency for Writers
May 16, 2023
We are pleased to announce the first cohort in the Willa Cather Residency for Writers who will be in Red Cloud this October!
Annotations from the Archive: Cather's Address Book
May 2, 2023
Archival intern Chris Wolak took a deep dive into Willa Cather’s world when she transcribed Willa Cather’s address book.
Escape Into Willa Cather's Prairie Landscapes
May 1, 2023
Join us on National Prairie Day, June 3, for a Guided Prairie Walk and Readings — and immerse yourself in our prairie realm.
10 Ways to Celebrate 150 Years of Willa Cather!
April 26, 2023
10 ways to celebrate 150 years of Willa Cather when visiting Red Cloud, Nebraska!
Jaydene Miner Drew Joins the Cather Legacy Society to Preserve Ancestral Home
March 6, 2023
A long ago road trip with her father kindled Jaydene Miner Drew's interest in her Red Cloud roots.
Annotations from the Archive: Our Organizational History
March 6, 2023
Fascinating facts—and artifacts—from the Willa Cather Foundation's early years. Click on all of the documents!
Annotations from the Archive: Benefit
February 6, 2023
On February 4, 1888, Willa Cather and her friends staged a musical version of “Beauty and the Beast” in the Red Cloud Opera House. The adaptation they performed was from the book Plays for Young People, by James Barmby.
Work with Us! Taking Applications for Facilities Associate
January 24, 2023
Job Title: Facilities Associate
Classification: Non-Exempt
Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Available
Reports To: Director, Collections & Curation