A History of Convening

Every detail, from the way we greet our guests to the way we facilitate dialogue, is an extension of the same hospitality that once welcomed scientists, business leaders, politicians, advocates, and celebrities to the top of Petit Jean Mountain (and still does).

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A History of Convening

“Walks with the Governor” Goes Public

Typically, Walks with the Governor is available to organizations and Institute guests who specifically request the workshop during their stay, but it is now available to the public. To celebrate our 20th anniversary, anyone can attend a Walks with the Governor workshop — just RSVP!

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“Walks with the Governor” Goes Public

“Dos Mujeres” and the Impact of the Rockefellers in Arkansas

Dos Mujeres was on loan from Abby Rockefeller for the exhibition and remained in her personal collection until she gave it to her eldest child and only daughter, Abigail “Babs” Rockefeller Mauzé, who subsequently donated it to the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in 1955.

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“Dos Mujeres” and the Impact of the Rockefellers in Arkansas

Researching Rockefellers in New York

More than 40 years of Winthrop’s history predate his last 20 years here. In 1953, the fourth son of one of the world’s wealthiest and most powerful families suddenly pulled up stakes from New York City and relocated to the top of a mountain in the middle of Arkansas. What did he leave behind?

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Researching Rockefellers in New York