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Annotations from the Archive: Business Papers

… Image Image Annotations from the Archive: Business Papers July 20, 2021 When the prohibition on … however, began much earlier. Archival materials allow us to piece together at least a few of her earlier … Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or by appointment. Please contact archivist Tracy Tucker at ttucker@willacather.org to …
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Annotations from the Archive: Emil Frei Windows Are Beautiful Inside—And Out!

… examine the windows at Grace Episcopal Church. During his visits, he evaluated their condition, performed some minor … the windows often and their history as memorials to the Willa Cather’s family and friends in the church. We know the … suggests that these specifications were important to the Cathers. In letters to Douglass Cather, Sherwood explains …
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Annotations from the Archive: Webster County Collections

… Collections February 25, 2022 The installation of the Crossroads exhibit, from the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main … exhibit that I’m sure our guests will enjoy. Alongside the Crossroads exhibit though is a smaller local exhibition of … in letters to her Red Cloud acquaintances, she wrote about events like those depicted in the exhibit—business openings …
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"A Walk in Her Footsteps" Weekend Tour Package

… “I am not exaggerating . . . I would rather go home to Red Cloud than to any of the beautiful cities in Europe where I used to love to go.”  – Willa Cather, 1945 Spend three inspiring days exploring … home to the windswept prairie that memorializes her, visitors of all ages and backgrounds are guaranteed to …
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Meet Our New Director of Education & Engagement: Rachel Olsen

… Image Meet Our New Director of Education & Engagement: Rachel Olsen January 15, 2023 Rachel Olsen has been part of the Willa Cather Foundation …
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William Norris Buffett Gifts Millions for Creation of Hotel Garber

… 29, 2022 Literature enthusiasts from across the country who visit the National Willa Cather Center will soon have access to enhanced … amenities. Guests can look forward to overnight stays in Red Cloud at a charming boutique hotel, thanks in large part …
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56th Annual Spring Conference

… Image 56th Annual Spring Conference March 10, 2011 The 56th Annual Willa Cather Spring Conference Coming April 29-30 Red Cloud, Nebraska, …
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Social Networking 1890

… Networking 1890: Nebraska Opera Houses in their Heyday” Red Cloud, Nebraska, April 19, 2011 — The exhibit, “Social … Houses in their Heyday,” will be featured during the 2011 Willa Cather Spring Conference themed “Willa Cather and Her … exhibit or the 56th Annual Willa Cather Spring Conference, visit www.WillaCather.org or phone toll-free 1-866-731-7304. …
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Music on the Prairie

… between self and place With Angela L. Glover, Artist-in-residency June 2-5, 2011 The 4th annual Prairie Writers’ … L. Glover of Simpson College will serve as the artist-in-residency for this year’s event. Three-hour classes will be held daily throughout the residency and writers will be encouraged to visit the Willa …
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Celebrate National Pollinator Week on the Prairie

… National Pollinator Week on the Prairie June 15, 2022 Visit the Willa Cather Memorial Prairie  "We come and go, but the land … a great place to bring a picnic !] Willa Cather returned to Red Cloud frequently to visit family and friends and to “get …
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