Lucy Morgan Leaders

Become a Lucy Morgan Leader today

Support excellence in craft education by joining this special group of contributors who give $1,500 or more each year to the Penland Annual Fund.

In 1929, Lucy Morgan began an educational experiment at Penland to support creative traditions and build community through instruction in craft. Your gift of $1,500 or more honors Miss Lucy and builds on her legacy of using the work of the hand to help people live creative lives.

Lucy Morgan Leaders

Lucy Morgan Leader Benefits

Artist Advocate – $1,500

Director’s luncheon at the annual benefit auction, ten percent discount at the Penland Gallery and the supply store, behind-the-scenes updates about activities and events

Studio Sustainer – $2,500

All the above plus a private guided tour of our studios for six, including a meal at the Pines

Craft Leader – $5,000

All the above, plus a visit to a resident artist’s studio and a meal at the Pines with the resident artist

Bill Brown Visionary – $10,000

All the above plus a two-night stay for two at Penland’s guest house, including meals at the Pines

Penland Benefactor – $25,000

All of the above plus a studio visit, including a hands-on experience with an artist in the Penland community. The two-night stay at Penland’s guest house with meals is expanded to include four people.