Bronxville Historical Conservancy Members and Guests Tour Two Museums at Yale University: See Photos
By Suzanne Davis
Dec. 3, 2025: Members and guests of The Bronxville Historical Conservancy traveled by bus on Saturday, November 15, to Yale University where they were led on two remarkable tours. The Yale Center for British Art and The Yale University Art Gallery are both of New Haven's finest art institutions and its many exhibits thrilled the participants. David Nathans, the event's Co-Chair stated, "We were amazed by the size and quality of the two collections. They rank among the top College museums in the world, and are just over an hour’s drive from Bronxville. Best of all is that the two museums are housed in Philadelphia architect Louis Kahn’s first and last major commissions. The day was a veritable feast of art and architecture.”
In between the guided tours, the group walked a short distance to the famed Union League Cafe, where they were enticed by a delicious three-course fall-themed meal. Lisa Rao, who grew up in the area and helped to Co-Chair the event expressed her gratitude for the restaurant's hospitality by stating, " The lively and engaging discussions at every table indicated that our BHC members are hungry for cultural excursions. It was wonderful to get to know our members in such a historic restaurant and discuss all of the beautiful art that was on view at the Museums. "
Everyone agreed that the day was a huge success and by viewing the historical artwork at Yale, helped to inform their own knowledge and appreciation of what Bronxville Village's history offers. The Bronxville Historical Conservancy hopes to schedule some additional trips in the future.
The Bronxville Historical Conservancy, a 501(c)(3), was established in 1998 to further the understanding and appreciation of the history and current life of the Village of Bronxville. The Conservancy furthers its mission through the presentation of programs, publications, lectures, and special events that foster an awareness of the Village's architectural, artistic, and cultural heritage and lends its support for projects designed to strengthen and preserve those legacies.
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