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The National Museum of American Illustration (NMAI) was founded in 1998 by Judy A. G. Cutler and Laurence S. Cutler, to house their art collection from the 'Golden Age of American Illustration.' The Museum venue is Vernon Court (1898), a French chateau mansion from the 'Gilded Age,' designed by Carrere & Hastings, architects of other notable buildings such as the NY Public Library, the US Senate Office Buildings, Lord Duveen's New York Galleries, and the Henry Clay Frick Collection. The three acre grounds were inspired by Henry VIII's gardens for Anne Boleyn at Hampton Court Palace. An adjacent three acres, designed by the first American landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted has been restored and revitalized into The Frederick Law Olmsted Park, along with a Memorial Arch designed by and in honor of Louis I. Kahn, America's greatest architect of the last half of the 20th century. The Arch is currently on hold as our non-profit organization seeks sponsors and donors who will assist in this effort.
Recent News
National Museum Of American Illustration News - October 23, 2023
New Virtual Exhibition! Gilded Age Splendor in Golden Age Illustration The National Museum of American Illustration has assembled a selection of images that encapsulate the Historical importance and glamor of the Gilded Age. To view the complete…
Read More »NMAI Director Discusses JC Leyendecker On 'People Hidden in History' Podcast
NMAI Director Judy Goffman Cutler Discusses the Life and Art of J.C. Leyendecker on "People Hidden in History" Podcast NMAI Director, Judy Goffman Cutler, sits down with Kathleen Langone to discuss the life and art of J.C. Leyendecker on the…
Read More »National Museum Of American Illustration E-News - February 17, 2023
NMAI Director Judy Goffman Cutler to Lecture at the Elliott Museum in Stuart, Florida on March 2nd Judy Goffman Cutler at the opening of Norman Rockwell and His Mentor, J.C. Leyendecker at the Elliott Museum On March 2nd, NMAI Director, Judy…
Read More »National Museum Of American Illustration News Director Talks Maxfield Parrish On "People Hidden In History" Podcast
NMAI Director Judy Goffman Cutler Discusses the Life and Art of Maxfield Parrish on "People Hidden in History" Podcast Maxfield Parrish (1870-1966), The Knave of Hearts - The King Samples the Tarts, 1924, oil on paper on board, 19 1/2" x 15…
Read More »NMAI MuseNews : Now Open Rockwell And Leyendecker At Elliott Museum, Stuart, Florida
Now Open!! "Norman Rockwell and His Mentor J.C. Leyendecker" at The Elliott Museum The NMAI's latest exhibition, Norman Rockwell and His Mentor, J.C. Leyendecker, is now open to the public at the Elliott Museum in Stuart, Florida! For more…
Read More »NMAI MuseNews: New Exhibition Opening at Elliott Museum, Stuart, Florida
Opening "Norman Rockwell and His Mentor J.C. Leyendecker" at The Elliott Museum The NMAI's latest exhibition, Norman Rockwell and His Mentor, J.C. Leyendecker, opens to the public on Friday, November 4th at the Elliott Museum in Stuart,…
Read More »NMAI MuseNews : Update on Restoration Work at the NMAI
During 2020 and 2021, Vernon Court sustained significant water damage, particularly in the flat roofed loggias on North and South wings of the building. We were able to repair the roof and spots of water damage in the South Loggia without…
Read More »National Museum Of American Illustration News: Happy Memorial Day Weekend
Happy Memorial Day From The NMAI!! John Lagatta (1894-1977) Bathing Beauties, 1933, oil on canvas, 37" x 28", signed lower right Saturday Evening Post, July 8, 1933 cover While we are unable to open our doors for the 2022 Summer Season due to…
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