EAGLE'S NEST ART COLONY COLLECTION

OREGON, IL

Eagle's Nest Art Colony Collection is a unique collection of art located in Oregon, Illinois. The collection is housed in the Eagle's Nest Art Colony, which was founded in 1898 by Lorado Taft, a renowned sculptor and educator. The colony was a gathering place for artists and writers who sought inspiration from the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside.

The Eagle's Nest Art Colony Collection includes a diverse range of artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and ceramics. The collection features works by Taft himself, as well as other prominent artists who were associated with the colony, such as Charles Francis Browne, Helen Farnsworth Mears, and Caroline Risque. The collection also includes works by contemporary artists who have been inspired by the legacy of the colony.

One of the highlights of the collection is Taft's "Black Hawk" statue, which was sculpted in 1911 and stands as a tribute to the Native American chief who led a resistance against white settlement in the region. The statue is located in nearby Lowden State Park and is considered a masterpiece of public art.

The Eagle's Nest Art Colony Collection is a testament to the enduring legacy of the colony and its impact on the art world. It is a must-see destination for art lovers and history buffs alike.

EAGLE'S NEST ART COLONY COLLECTION is a Art Museum in OREGON IL. US MID #8401700682

The museum is classed as ART (Art Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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• telephone: 8157322724
• website: www.oregon.lib.il.us/eagles-nest-art-gallery.html

EAGLE'S NEST ART COLONY COLLECTION
300 JEFFERSON STREET
OREGON
IL
61061

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