The Willa Cather Foundation is a not-for-profit organization created in 1955 that owns and operates the National Willa Cather Center and the nation's largest collection of nationally-designated historic sites dedicated to an American author.
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Upcoming Events
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.
Lauren Anderson
Lauren Anderson returns to Nebraska to bring her soulful performance to the Red Cloud Opera House stage! Her earthy yet sharp vocals are a perfect match for the bluesy rock music featured in her shows. Reserve your tickets for this 2025 audience choice show today!
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.
Joseph Hall presents Elvis' Blue Christmas
Celebrate the holiday season with Elvis not once but twice! Joseph Hall returns as the King of Rock and Roll to bring nostalgic holiday classics to the opera house stage. Be sure to reserve your tickets for a jolly night out with family, friends or colleagues. It'll be a Blue Christmas without you!
This show is generously sponsored by Campbell Connection, Gary and Bev Meyer, Red and Pam Meyer, Ridgeline Exteriors LLC, and Van Beber Properties LLC.
Joseph Hall presents Elvis' Blue Christmas
Celebrate the holiday season with Elvis not once but twice! Joseph Hall returns as the King of Rock and Roll to bring nostalgic holiday classics to the opera house stage. Be sure to reserve your tickets for a jolly night out with family, friends or colleagues. It'll be a Blue Christmas without you!
71st Annual Willa Cather Spring Conference
Mark your calendars for the 71st Annual Willa Cather Spring Conference! My Mortal Enemy and America 250 present opportunities to consider how we remember people—and nations.
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The Willa Cather Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to celebrating the work, life, and legacy of this great American writer. Through our scholarly endeavors, educational outreach, arts and humanities programs, and preservation of historical settings and archives, we serve as a vibrant memorial to the Pulitzer Prize-winning author.