Welcome To the William H. Calfee Foundation Archives

Washington Art Matters 1940s-1980s

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These archives tell the history of Washington art from the 1940s through the 1980s. Some 80 artists were selected to represent what was best of Washington art over five decades. This documentation is based upon the book 'Washington Art Matters, Art Life in the Capital: 1940-1990', written by Jean Lawler Cohen, Elizabeth Tebow, Sidney Lawrence, and Benjamin Forgey.

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Please help us nourish a vibrant arts community. Your donation will go a long way.

Your support will help us sponsor educational lectures, conserve and share the works of William H. Calfee, develop educational media like this website and many more activities that reflect the creative legacy of William H. Calfee.

You can click on the DONATE button and make a secure donation using paypal or any major credit card. The William H. Calfee Foundation is a 501 c3 qualified under the IRS rules as a tax deductable charity.

You could also donate to the William H. Calfee scholarship fund being held by American University to perpetuate our scholarship program for young artists.