Centerpiece contest drew out the artists in the Historical League

A simple idea from Kay Holcombe brought out the creative geniuses in many Historical League members at the David Wright House April 9.  As a result of a centerpiece contest we received some of these amazing displays. Using historic themes such as Arizona's 5 Cs and the colorful Balloon rug, members really put on their thinking caps. Guest speaker Barry Johns was the judge and in true Frank Lloyd Wright form, he broke the rules and announced two winners - Linda Corderman and Cindy Tidwell-Shelton. Winners receive either dinner gift card or $100 Historical League customized Soleri bell.

Linda Corderman incorporated FLW trivets

Cindy Tidwell-Shelton used all the colors of the balloon rug
in a copper lined vase.

Enjoying Frank Lloyd Wright architecture at the David Wright House

Barry Johns, Karen Swanson, Bev Collins

Chandler student Arysat Nejat, teacher Stacey Trepanier

The David Wright House was a beautiful venue for the Historical League fundraising event April 9. National History Day students, teachers and administrators were there to visit with a sold out crowd. Thanks to the appreciative attendees that took excellent photos, we can share and remember the evening.

Guest speaker architect Barry Johns

Courtyard with silent auction, social hour

Dinner tables of ten

Rooftop view of dining on the lawn

Linda and Dennis Corderman
with 10 yr old docent

Judy Lewis, Cindy Tidwell-Shelton

Guest speaker Architect Barry Johns at David Wright House April 9

We are pleased to have Canadian architect Barry Johns be our keynote speaker at Evening Under the Stars at the David Wright House. With overcast skies and no rain today, the event promises to be a memorable one.

Planning for David Wright House event began in 2015

Ruth McLeod, Margaret Baker, Kay Holcombe

Meeting with our contact at the David and Gladys Wright House last November, President Margaret Baker, co-chairs Kay Holcombe and Ruth McLeod made plans for a Spring Event. After months of planning for Evening Under the Stars, the event takes place this Saturday, April 9. And it looks like the rain will stop in time for a beautiful evening which is Sold Out. The luminarias are gone but the home is fascinating. We are pleased to raise funds for National History Day www.NHDAZ.org at this event.

Students and teachers will be there to tell us about the program.

Guest speaker Canadian architect Barry

Johns will tell us about Frank Lloyd Wright who designed and built the house in 1950 for his son David and daughter-in-law Gladys. Docents will tell us about the home during informal tours. And the silent auction will feature some very usual and priceless items.

David Wright House Evening Under the Stars April 9

1950 aerial view with Camelback Mt

Previewing the house prior to the Historical League event on April 9, we were delighted to see the details and learn so much about the building and Frank Lloyd Wright's intentions for the home. Designing the home for his son David and daughter-in-law Gladys, it was originally intended to be wood outside. But since David worked for a concrete block company in Phoenix, the plans were changed to include concrete.
Imagine what the area looked like in 1950.

Lindsay gave us the tour. She is standing where the pool was.

 Looking forward to our fundraising event for www.NHDAZ.org at the home on April 9. National History Day students and teachers will be there. Guest speaker Architect Barry Johns is very knowledgeable of Frank Lloyd Wright. Delicious food. Unique Silent Auction items. Guest pianist. A lovely Evening Under the Stars.

Camelback Mt hump in background

Living room fireplace