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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.
An Interview with Ashley Olson, Executive Director of the Willa Cather Foundation
December 16, 2022
Nearly a decade as the Willa Cather Foundation's executive director, Ashley Olson reflects on her time here and future plans.
Annotations from the Archive: Red Cloud's Founding
December 16, 2022
As we conclude restoration work on the Farmers and Merchants Bank building, we now undertake the work of reinterpreting the space to tell more of Red Cloud’s—and the National Willa Cather Center’s—story. The bank has always been a part of our guided town tour, but the renovated spaces will soon allow our guests to explore topics related to Lyra and Silas Garber, their lives and legacy in Red Cloud, and the broader history of the community.
Museum Collections Associate Wanted!
December 5, 2022
Job Title: Museum Collections Associate
Reports To: Director, Collections & Curation
Status: Full-Time, Non-exempt
What We're Grateful For: Staff Reflections
November 22, 2022
Our National Willa Cather Center staff reflect upon what they're grateful for this year.
Meet Our “New” Director of Collections and Curation: Tracy Sanford Tucker
October 30, 2022
Learn more about Tracy Tucker's new directorship and what the means for the Willa Cather Foundation Collections & Archives!
Our New Archives Intern: Chris Wolak
October 30, 2022
Archives intern Chris Wolak is working remotely to transcribe, describe, and write finding aids for the Southwick Paper Collection.
Annotations From the Archive: Soldiers' Letters
October 30, 2022
Our letters collection contain a number of letters from soldiers and their families, reflecting on Cather's novel One of Ours.
Potter Block Ceremonial Groundbreaking
October 13, 2022
There was standing-room only at the Hotel Garber ceremonial groundbreaking in Red Cloud on October 7!
Program Associate Wanted
September 28, 2022
Interested in contributing to all aspects of program and event planning, art exhibits, and engaging with the public, at a team-based cultural nonprofit?
Facilities & Preservation Specialist Wanted
September 27, 2022
New position for a seasoned facilities person with historic preservation interest and approach.