The James Castle House is thrilled to announce, Echoes of Home: Community-Owned James Castle Works, an exhibition featuring over 30 James Castle original artworks loaned or donated from Boise community members. Opening on Thursday, November 20, and on view through May 2026, this exhibition highlights the powerful bond between Castle’s art and the people who choose to make it part of their lives.
For decades, Boise collectors have been drawn to Castle’s enigmatic and evocative creations; works that speak to a profound sense of place and personal meaning. Featuring pieces from some of these private local collections, Echoes of Home reveals the diverse range of Castle’s work that finds its way into Boise homes and into the hearts of those who cherish it. Each artwork is paired with a short statement from its collector, offering insight into what drew them to the piece, how it became part of their lives, and what experiences James Castle’s art continues to evoke.
Join us at the James Castle House (5015 Eugene St., Boise) for an opening reception on Thursday, November 20, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. This event is free and open to all.
Echoes of Home is made possible thanks to the generous contributions of loaned and donated artworks from the private collections of Jim and Ariel Agenbroad, Cate Brigden, Eve and Thomas Chandler, Clark and Sydney Fidler, James Gilles, Deborah Hardee, the Higgins Family, Melissa Martin, Kenneth McCulloch, Andrea Merrell, Lisa and John Pisano, and Laura Rasmussen.
About the James Castle House
The James Castle House is a historic site and museum serving as a testimony to the legacy of self-taught artist James Castle. As stewards of this legacy, the James Castle House is responsible for managing Castle’s historic living and working spaces, art and artifact collections, and offering public opportunities to engage with the site. More information: jamescastlehouse.org
About the Boise City Department of Arts & History
The Department of Arts & History is Boise’s local cultural agency dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging through accessible and place-based arts and history. Our mission is to cultivate a distinct sense of place which reflects Boise’s rich past, diverse communities, and unique natural setting. Our operations empower and serve Boise residents as we create opportunities that nurture and sustain Boise’s past and its creative economy.
