The Couse-Sharp Historic Site
The Couse-Sharp Historic Site
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Missiontrav_13
Dallas, TX3 contributions
Feb 2023
Docent was very informative about the artists and the Taos society of artists and even the son had an amazing mechanical shop and 1940 mobile repair for airplanes. We easily spent 1.5 hours there at no charge but they do appreciate an donation to keep foundation going for the up and coming artists they are trying to educate and help.
The artwork shown was from Sharp, Couse and Gene Kloss as well. I'm generally not an art type person but found it very interesting.
The artwork shown was from Sharp, Couse and Gene Kloss as well. I'm generally not an art type person but found it very interesting.
Written 8 February 2023
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GetTheFacts
11 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Roberta gave us an in-depth tour, with bonus time in the childhood playroom and machine shop. It pays to visit this site more than once, because there are so many layers to the stories embedded here. Like ancient Amber, new clues to the past can be revealed with the scrutiny of the present.
Written 22 February 2020
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Sue M L T
New Laguna, NM61 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
This is the actual house where the artist who produced the beautiful paintings for the Santa Fe RR and Fred Harvey company lived and worked. His studio is intact and there are nooks and crannies to be visited including a playhouse that was built for his niece. Rather then give you a blow by blow, I will just say that this is a must see while in Taos. This is part of the original arts colony that founded Taos.
Written 27 February 2018
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Johnnie D
San Antonio, TX253 contributions
Sept 2017 • Friends
I learned so much from this tour. This is not just another museum or historic site, this is very educational. Eanger Irving Couse & Joseph Henry Sharp were two of six artists to form the “Taos Society of Artists” in 1915. They formed an artists colony in Taos to depict what they saw of the "Old West" before it completely disappeared. These artists made Taos the art and tourism spot it is today. You see the artists houses, art studios, original furniture & household items.You also see pottery, beadwork and costumes used in their paintings. There is a hidden play room Couse built for his grandchildren, the Little Egypt outhouse Sharp built outside his second studio, the beautiful gardens Mrs. Couse designed, the garage turned machine shop that Mr. Couse's son built. All is pretty much how they left them years ago and full of historical pieces. This historic site is just minutes away from the Taos Plaza. Admission is free for individuals and small groups. Donations accepted.Tours are guided by appointment. Tour takes about 2 hours. Parking is available. A great place to see while in Taos.
Written 18 October 2017
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Buckaroo
Taos, NM111 contributions
Sept 2014 • Solo
The Site includes the home and studio of E. I. Couse, the first President of the Taos Society of Artists, and two studios of J. H. Sharp, a founding member of the TSA. Couse's home and studio are in tact, very much as they were at the time of his death in 1936. Included are more than 3 dozen paintings by Couse as well as his extensive collections of Native American pottery, santos, and Spanish colonial furnishings. The garden during the summer operating hours is spectacular and is situated on an escarpment overlooking a large pasture. The Site is only open May through October, but it provides a genuine experience with regard to the early Taos art colony and life in the Taos valley during the late 19th century and early 20th century.
Written 27 October 2014
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Rebecca C
Taos, NM16 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
The Couse-Sharp historic site is, in fact, the home and studio where EI Couse lived and worked. The beauty is that it is the way he left it complete with his photography cubby hole, costumes, painting, collections of pottery and other effects used in his paintings. Couse and Sharp are two of the founding members of the Taos Society of Artists who made this corner of New Mexico famous early in the 20th centrury. The Sharp studio has now been opened and outfitted as it was at the time he worked there. All of the site requires a free docented tour but it is well worth it. The best part of all is that Couse’s granddaughter, Virginia Levitt, is there in person and you can visit with her about her family and the home and studios. Do visit the website and you will be inspired to visit.
Written 6 August 2018
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phh26541
Carmel, CA204 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
Visiting the Couse - Sharp Historic Site is like stepping back in time and walking in the shoes of artists. Both recognized famous artists of the west, it is as fit they set down their brushes and allowed visitors to wander in their studios. In this day and age, it is amazing to see original art on display in such a relaxed atmosphere.
If you have any interest in art, the southwest, or Native Americans this site is worth the time.
If you have any interest in art, the southwest, or Native Americans this site is worth the time.
Written 15 August 2017
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gary m
Denver, CO59 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
We had no clue what to expect when we called for a tour. They technically were not ready for the season, but they kindly said we could come. I knew about E.I. Couse, and his prominence in the Taos art history. What I was not prepared for was that his grand daughter gave us the tour. She had lots of stories about "old Taos" and spending summers with her grandfather. The house is pretty mush like Couse left it- studio looks like he just stepped away. Very interesting and highly recommended if you enjoy Taos history.
Written 14 May 2015
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momajtm
Boynton Beach, FL45 contributions
This is a tour of Couse the artist's home and studio given by his granddaughter and her husband. You get a genuine view of the early 1900 artist life. You see hoe the home and art were combined and how the family lived and evolved. It is for history buffs and art appreciation seasoned traveler. Not necessarily for children and large groups. A must if you fit this profile.
Written 10 October 2014
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GFK
Santa Fe, NM102 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
The site has many buildings and very interesting history about 2 artists and their families who lived side by side in the early 1900s. The docents are very knowledgable. There are fantastic cries of the mountains from the old front porch. It is undergoing some renovation but is open and worth seeking out.
Written 12 November 2018
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