BEYOND GRATEFUL!
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HELPED US MEET THE WACHENHEIM FOUNDATION'S CHALLENGE GRANT
|
|
We are beyond appreciative for the opportunity that has been given to us by the Wachenheim Foundation and all of you. The response we received was simply amazing - the combination of checks, online gifts and pledges helped us meet and exceed our goal.
The resulting $1,250,000+ will truly transform the second floor of the Jay Mansion and turn it into an unparalleled creative space for young thinkers and creative minds.
|
|
Coming soon, our Property Committee will take you upstairs on a virtual hard-hat tour of the work ahead of us capturing the "before" pictures and planning for the preservation and rehabilitation process. Pictured here are JHC Board member Jorge Otero-Pailos and his students from Columbia's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (GSAPP) ascending the stairs to the second floor.
|
|
JAY ESTATE GARDENS
WIN AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING DESIGN
|
|
Charlotte Barrows, Thomas Woltz and Mark Streiter in the Jay Estate Gardens under the reconstructed rose arbor. |
|
The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art (ICAA) has named winners of its 2023 McKim, Mead & White Awards for Excellence in Classical and New Traditional Design. We are delighted to share news that Nelson Byrd Woltz (NBW) was a winner in the category of Landscape Architecture for their design of the Jay Estate Gardens.
The prestigious awards, named in honor of the landmark firm that had an indelible impact on the architecture of New York and the history of classicism in America, recognize outstanding achievement in architecture, interiors, landscape, urbanism, and building craftsmanship & artisanship throughout New York, New Jersey, and Fairfield County, Connecticut.
Together with the Jay Heritage Center, NBW 's design of the Jay Estate Gardens was previously recognized with an Excellence in Historic Preservation Award in December 2022. Since opening in June 2022, the gardens have attracted thousands of visitors of every age.
|
|
THE SWIMSUITS SERIES BY FLEUR SPOLIDOR - A PICTORIAL HISTORY OF WOMEN'S RIGHTS
Opening Reception
Sunday, October 8th, 3- 5pm
|
|
October is New York State History Month and this is also Path Through History Weekend. In recognition of both these statewide celebrations, JHC invites visitors to see The Swimsuits Series by French artist Fleur Spolidor, a pictorial history of Women’s Rights.
The number twelve stands for the twelve months of the year, reminding us that the fight for Women’s Rights should never stop. The artist paints them in acrylic on a collage of recycled materials, not only to upcycle, but also to create a rough textured surface, thus contrasting with the idea of classical painting being constructed as windows of a smooth, perfect world.
The exhibit is FREE and open to the public. Funding comes in part from ArtsWestchester and the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). Installed at the future site of the Wachenheim Exhibit and Performance Center, the assemblage of paintings also underscores the versatility and potential usage of this exceptional gallery space.
|
|
Flowers of First Japanese Arts & Culture Weekend are Ephemeral but Friendship is Lasting! |
|
After a beautiful kickoff on Friday, September 29th, the Koho Yamamoto painting exhibit and Ikebana show remained open to the public on Saturday and Sunday as part of NY State Park’s Hudson River Valley Ramble and complemented Jay Day activities. Japanese music and vendor offerings of glazed pottery by Namiko Kato and Hiroko Yokotagawa and upcycled obis by Obi-Obi made for a very festive experience for all who stopped by.
NY State Assemblyman Steve Otis added his congratulations to the organizers and all the volunteers who helped make the endeavor a standout! Everyone wants to make this an annual collaboration!
|
|
JAY DAY JOY -
Visitors Soak in the Sun, Tie Sailor's Knots and Enjoy Learning Origami
|
|
Thank you to our supreme Jay Day Leadership Team, L-R, Lindsay Martin, Tracy Edwards, Amy Villalba, Meredith Slater and Caroline Wallach (not pictured, Lucia Maestro). Photos by Kim Crichlow |
|
The weather cooperated and visitors streamed into our park for some old fashioned fun and food. None of it would have been possible without our Jay Day leadership team and a bounty of hard working volunteers. Everywhere you looked there were smiles and laughter. New this year, volunteers from the Harrison Library showed families the art of origami in the gardesns while the Rye Boy Scouts Pack 2 taught everyone how to tie a sailor's knot by the reflecting pool where they raced small watercraft (much in keeping with the maritime history of the property). The Japan Society of Greater Fairfield County and the International Ikebana Society of New York were also part of the festivities for the first time as were vendors like Shop the Beehive, Citigrass band and more.
|
|
WE WILL BE CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF THE HOLIDAY WEEKEND WITH THE EXCEPTION OF SUNDAY'S ART OPENING |
|
Jay Heritage Center
210 Boston Post Road
Rye, NY 10580
For more info about how to get involved, contact us
Meredith Slater, Office Manager &
Assistant Program Director
Lucia Maestro, Horticulture Director
Charity EIN 13-3585332
Office phone: (914) 698-9275
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
