COLLECTION HIGHLIGHTS
Homer Watson and Environmentalism
Did you know that August marks the establishment of numerous environmental movements in Canada? From the signing of the Migratory Bird Convention in 1916, which sought to protect bird species
Summer Vacation in Doon
It is no secret that summertime held a special place in Homer Watson’s heart. As an early environmentalist, Homer was captivated by the scenic nature of the Doon area during
Studio Cleaning
Preventative Conservation: Caring for the Watson Studio Homer Watson’s studio is a unique and important part of Homer Watson House & Gallery. We want the Watson Studio to be preserved
Homer’s Oil Paints
If you’ve visited Homer Watson’s studio, you will have seen the artist’s huge paint-caked palette, brushes, and easel – but stored away in the collection is a set of Homer’s
Gallery Guestbooks, 1941-1946
Phoebe Watson had many jobs when she lived at the Watson House with her brother Homer. She acted as curator of the gallery, gave tours of the home, and hosted
Historic Houseplants and Storing Ceramics
As Spring arrives, be prepared to start seeing fresh new plants and flowers poking their heads up through the soil getting ready to bloom. Phoebe Watson loved flowers, and they
Handwritten Homerisms
Over the past couple of years, we at Homer Watson House & Gallery have been transcribing the Watson family’s letters and correspondences in order to make them more accessible. During
Homer & Roxa’s Wedding
In 1872 at the age of 17, the young artist Homer Watson began courting the daughter of a family friend, Roxa Bechtel. On the days of their courtship, Homer would
Winter Holidays in Doon
Winter does not appear as frequently as the other seasons in Homer Watson’s works, however, snowy hills and barren trees still make an appearance on some of his canvases and
