The James Castle House is thrilled to announce, Where Art Begins: The People and Places of the Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios Program, an exhibition featuring more than sixty stunning photographs of artists in their creative sanctuaries. From Georgia O’Keeffe in her New Mexico ranch and Norman Rockwell in his Massachusetts studio to James Castle at home in Idaho, these images offer a glimpse into the intimate settings that shaped their lives, creative processes, and artworks.
This exhibition places the James Castle House within a broader conversation about preserving the creative spaces of American artists as essential landmarks of the nation’s cultural heritage and enduring sources of inspiration.
The community is invited to view Where Art Begins at the James Castle House (5015 Eugene Street, Boise) during open hours, Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and during residency events. For more information: jamescastlehouse.org
This exhibition, organized by the Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios Program, is made possible through funding from the Wyeth Foundation for American Art, with additional support from the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens. Printing and framing of the exhibition images were partially funded by Sohn Fine Art.
About the Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios Program
Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios (HAHS) is a coalition of 55 member sites that were the homes and working studios of American artists. It is the only national organization dedicated to telling a site-specific story of our country’s art history. HAHS is a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The James Castle House became a member site in 2019. More information: artistshomes.org
About the James Castle House
The James Castle House is a historic site and museum serving as a testimony to the legacy of self-taught artist James Castle. As stewards of this legacy, the James Castle House is responsible for managing Castle’s historic living and working spaces, art and artifact collections, and offering public opportunities to engage with the site. More information: jamescastlehouse.org
About the Boise City Department of Arts & History
The Department of Arts & History is Boise’s local cultural agency dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging through accessible and place-based arts and history. Our mission is to cultivate a distinct sense of place which reflects Boise’s rich past, diverse communities, and unique natural setting. Our operations empower and serve Boise residents as we create opportunities that nurture and sustain Boise’s past and its creative economy. More information: boiseartsandhistory.org
