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When Owen Painted the Sky – Video

2022-05-30T21:16:38-04:00May 30th, 2022|Video & Interactive|

Presentation by Bob Kerr, BA in Journalism, Astronomical League, Observing Programs Administrator.

Fifteen years ago Mr. Kerr discovered an extraordinary astronomical painting by D.Owen Stephens which sent him on a quest to learn about the artist.  Using what material he could find from public sources and the family, Bob presented a fascinating picture of Owen Stephens that requires further investigation, not the least of which is the search for some of his more specific works.

You can access the video of this event for a one-time donation of $10.00. Immediately after payment, you’ll receive a link to the video. The link will also be emailed to you, and you can access it any time from your email.

When Owen Painted the Sky – Video

Presentation by Bob Kerr, BA in Journalism, Astronomical League, Observing Programs Administrator. Fifteen years ago Mr. Kerr discovered an extraordinary astronomical painting by D.Owen Stephens  which sent him on a…
$10.00

Rose Valley Rocks! From Plate Tectonics to Architecture of Place – Video

2022-04-20T20:43:40-04:00April 20th, 2022|Video & Interactive|

Presentation by Dr. Walt Cressler, West Chester University paleobotanist and science librarian, and local historian.

Dr. Cressler guided us in exploring the geological origins of Rose Valley’s tranquil landscape – and how its materials were formed in the not-so-tranquil past.  Will Price is known for having drawn inspiration and materials from the local landscape in his architectural projects in Rose Valley.

You can access the video of this event for a one-time donation of $10.00. Immediately after payment, you’ll receive a link to the video. The link will also be emailed to you, and you can access it any time from your email.

Rose Valley Rocks! From Plate Tectonics to Architecture of Place – Video

Presentation by Dr. Walt Cressler, West Chester University paleobotanist and science librarian, and local historian. Dr. Cressler guided us in exploring the geological origins of Rose Valley's tranquil landscape -…
$10.00

A Rose Valley Story In Photographs – Video

2021-12-22T00:50:00-05:00December 22nd, 2021|Video & Interactive|

Follow photographer Carl Finkbeiner on his personal tour of Rose Valley.  Through Carl’s photographic artistry and the telling of his story, this short film will remind you of why many of us have a special place in our hearts for this neighborhood.

Nothing Can Be Beautiful Which Is Not True – Video

2021-12-16T00:05:20-05:00December 16th, 2021|Video & Interactive|

Jim Spates, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at Hobart and William Smith College, Companion in the Guild of St. George, and Co-Director of the Ruskin Society of North America continues in this lecture to amplify the relevance of Ruskin’s philosophy in today’s world by focusing on Ruskin’s philosophy of beauty.  “Nature is painting for us every day, if only we had eyes to see” – John Ruskin
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You Are Welcome Hither – Video

2021-12-16T00:02:47-05:00December 16th, 2021|Video & Interactive|

You Are Welcome Hither: The Three Ardens and the Single Tax Community presented by Barbara Macklem, member Board of Directors of the Arden Craft Shop Museum.  Enjoy a visit to Rose Valley’s sister community, Arden, DE.  which was founded in 1900 as a radical Georgist single-tax community by sculptor Frank Stephens and architect Will Price.
Donation: $10 can be made by clicking the “Make a Contribution” bar on the Membership page https://rosevalleymuseum.org/membership/

“News From Nowhere”- Video

2021-12-16T00:02:15-05:00December 16th, 2021|Video & Interactive|

“News From Nowhere”: William Morris, C.R. Ashbee and The American A&C Colonies presented by Ryan Berley, Curator of the Rose Valley Museum at Thunderbird Lodge, AB History, Washington and Jefferson University.  A look at the American A&C movement as it evolved from the English earthly paradises promoted by Morris and Ashbee.
Donation: $10 can be made by clicking the “Make a Contribution” bar on the Membership page https://rosevalleymuseum.org/membership/

John Ruskin: Radical and Human Visionary – Video

2021-12-16T00:01:39-05:00December 16th, 2021|Video & Interactive|

Presented by Jim Spates, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at Hobart and William Smith College, Companion in the Guild of St. George, and Co-Director of the Ruskin Society of North America. Mr. Spates makes a case for Ruskin’s continuing relevance since most of his books are literary masterpieces and his social criticisms contain advice which, if taken seriously, would make our lives happier and healthier.
Donation: $10 can be made by clicking the “Make a Contribution” bar on the Membership page https://rosevalleymuseum.org/membership/

Will Price: From Nether Providence to the World – Video

2021-12-15T23:59:00-05:00December 15th, 2021|Video & Interactive|

Presented by George Thomas, PhD in Architectural History, Co-Director, MDes Critical Conservation, Graduate School of Design, Harvard University, Partner in Civic Vision. Join Dr. Thomas as he discusses the road Mr. Price took as his career developed.
Donation: $10 can be made by clicking the “Make a Contribution” bar on the Membership page https://rosevalleymuseum.org/membership/

Women Who Led The Way – Video

2021-10-12T00:01:16-04:00October 12th, 2021|Video & Interactive|

Wendy Chmielewski, historian, author, curator, and specialist in 19th C. women’s history discussed lesser known women of the Delaware Valley region who were early pioneers and leaders of women’s roles in society between 1840 and 1950.  Her talk introduced us to Graceanna Lewis, Francis Ellen W. Harper, Fanny Jackson Coppin, Anna Howard Shaw and Mildred Olmsted.

https://vimeo.com/628367357