What would historic sites look like if we threw out the traditional historic house model and tried truly out-of-the-box thinking to engage visitors? Franklin Vagnone, Executive Director at the Historic House Trust of New York City, has consulted, lectured, and taught nationally and is seen as a thought leader in innovative management for historic sites. He is known for his international discussion group, "The Anarchist Guide to Historic House Museums". On this historic occasion leading up to the opening of contemporary art exhibitions inside the homes and in the landscapes of the two 19th century artists, Cole and Church, Vagnone will speak about the ways in which contemporary art can enliven historic spaces.