Glimpses of New Castle’s Past: Pictures by Local Artists

A wide range of subjects and styles are on view in this exhibition of pictures by twentieth-century artists portraying landmarks and other scenes in our community. These works come from the NCHS’ own extensive collection and include several on loan from the Chappaqua Library.

Two artists are featured in particular. James Renwick Thomson was an architect who designed what is now the Robert E. Bell School and many local homes. He was also a talented artist whose mastery of the transparent watercolor technique gave his works an atmosphere of airy spaciousness. W. Stuart Archibald, by contrast, used more opaque colors to create a painterly series of building portraits.

Favorite subjects of several artists include the former Sutton Farm, the Quaker Meetinghouse, and the Memorial Day parade. Louis Raymond captured the spirit of local events such as the first Community Day and the Garden Club flower show. One of the most dramatic works is an aerial view of Chappaqua Village in winter by illustrator Kenneth Fagg.

Enjoy this display of New Castle scenes by New Castle artists and combine your visit with a tour of the historic summer home of New Castle’s most celebrated citizen, Horace Greeley.

The New Castle Historical Society, 100 King Street, Chappaqua, NY 10514

www.newcastlehs.org, 914.238.4666

About New Castle Historical Society

The New Castle Historical Society (NCHS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization whose mission is to discover, collect, preserve, and communicate the history of the Town of New Castle, NY. Founded in April 1966, NCHS activates its mission through community events, exhibitions, and educational programming that bring history to life in the present day. It’s collections include artworks, books, photographs, clothing, everyday objects, archival materials, and more related to New Castle history from the pre-colonial era to today. NCHS is headquartered in the historic Greeley House, the country home of Horace Greeley’s family from 1864-1872. Dating to the early 1850s, the Greeley House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It provides a handsome example of 19th-century architecture as well as having historic significance as the former home of one of the town’s most celebrated residents. NCHS is open for visitors Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 11am – 3pm. Group tours and research appointments can be scheduled outside these hours. To schedule a group tour or research appointment, please call (914) 238-4666. The Greeley House and gardens are fully accessible. 100 King Street Chappaqua, NY 10514 www.newcastlehs.org