NEW ROCHELLE, NY (March 25, 2025) — Histoury, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving historic architecture, will host “The Artists of New Rochelle: A Historic Homes Tour” on May 4, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. The four-hour guided bus tour will explore New Rochelle’s historic Artists Colony, spotlighting homes of iconic figures like Norman Rockwell, Frederic Remington, and Charles Dana Gibson. Attendees will step inside Tudor, Colonial, and Mediterranean Revival houses tied to the city’s legacy of artists, playwrights, and performers. Space is limited for this one-time event. For tickets and details, visit histoury.org or call (212) 683-1961.
Norman Rockwell
Norman Rockwell, a beloved American illustrator, captured the essence of 20th-century life with his nostalgic, heartwarming scenes. Born in 1894, he moved to New Rochelle in 1916, joining its thriving Artists Colony. There, he created iconic works for The Saturday Evening Post, including his famous “Four Freedoms” series. Rockwell’s detailed, sentimental style often depicted small-town America, blending humor and humanity. His New Rochelle studio, where he lived until 1925, became a hub for creativity, influencing his early career. Rockwell’s legacy endures through his timeless portrayals of American values, cementing his status as a cultural icon.
Frederic Remington
Frederic Remington, born in 1861, was a premier artist of the American West, renowned for his vivid depictions of cowboys, Native Americans, and frontier life. Settling in New Rochelle in the early 1900s, he produced over 3,000 works, including paintings, sculptures, and illustrations. His bronze The Bronco Buster became an enduring symbol of the Wild West. Remington’s time in New Rochelle allowed him to refine his craft, blending realism with romanticism. His home reflected his rugged style, filled with Western artifacts. Remington’s work, celebrated for its historical accuracy, remains a cornerstone of American art.
Charles Dana Gibson
Charles Dana Gibson, born in 1867, was a prominent illustrator who created the “Gibson Girl,” an idealized image of the modern, independent American woman in the early 1900s. Living in New Rochelle during the height of his career, Gibson’s pen-and-ink drawings for magazines like Life defined beauty standards of the era. The Gibson Girl, with her elegant poise and confident demeanor, became a cultural phenomenon. Gibson’s New Rochelle home, a grand Tudor, hosted literary and artistic circles, reflecting his influence. His satirical yet admiring portrayals of society left a lasting mark on American illustration.