Special Events
One-Day Bus Tour to the National Willa Cather Center
An all-inclusive fee of $175 includes round-trip transportation, lunch and dinner, guided tours of historic sites, access to permanent exhibits, and viewing of special collections in the archive.
Readings from the Willa Cather Residency Cohort
Our second writers cohort will share from their work-in-progress. This free event will also feature reflections and conversation from our panel of five writers!
Cather After Dark: Mourning, Medicine, and Murder
Have you ever wondered what inspired some of the most morbid and disturbing moments in Cather's fiction? Are you curious about 19th century funeral practices and medical treatments? Do you want to know more about the true crime experiences of past Red Cloud residents? Join us for a night of exploring Cather's dark side! Due to its subject matter, this tour is for guests age 21 and older.
Cather After Dark: Mourning, Medicine, and Murder
Have you ever wondered what inspired some of the most morbid and disturbing moments in Cather's fiction? Are you curious about 19th century funeral practices and medical treatments? Do you want to know more about the true crime experiences of past Red Cloud residents? Join us for a night of exploring Cather's dark side! Due to its subject matter, this tour is for guests age 21 and older.
Cather After Dark: Mourning, Medicine, and Murder
Have you ever wondered what inspired some of the most morbid and disturbing moments in Cather's fiction? Are you curious about 19th century funeral practices and medical treatments? Do you want to know more about the true crime experiences of past Red Cloud residents? Join us for a night of exploring Cather's dark side! Due to its subject matter, this tour is for guests age 21 and older.
Echoes of the Archbishop
We hope you'll join us in Santa Fe, New Mexico, for a 3-day, 3-night excursion, November 9–12, 2025! We’ll explore the vibrant city center and the best of its historic and arts offerings, while learning about Cather’s time in New Mexico.