Birdwood Mansion

A Story with Every Stay

Art in the Mansion

The Charlottesville art scene is thriving like never before and with Birdwood Mansion being engraved into the history of this land, it’s only fitting that several of our local artists were commissioned to decorate these historic walls with visions of the past, present and future. 

This video archive offers an intimate look into the minds of the artists entrusted with the challenge and privilege of bringing new life to this historic landmark.
 

Christen Yates

The Land that Inspired the Art

Local artist Christen Yates drew her inspiration from the land itself for two new pieces commissioned for the Birdwood Mansion. Using pigments sourced from the surrounding soil, her work reflects the mansion’s deep, almost sacred bond with the natural landscape that has always defined it. “…we’re embodied people,” Yates says. “…as many tangible reminders that we are in this place and surrounded by this beauty … I think all of that helps to add to this experience.”