From the Collection
During the pandemic shutdown in 2020, our historic site was closed to the public for tours and visitors, but we went to work on the inventory and documentation of our collection of furniture and artwork in the various historic buildings on the premises. During that time, Zoriana Siokalo, who has been with the Foundation since June 2019, put her years of museum experience to good use.
We have inventoried hundreds of items that tell the story of George Nakashima, his career, and family, as well as the historic site itself. Zoriana is now working on the contents of the family house – a treasure trove of family photographs, decorative arts, and personal memorabilia and correspondence that bring the Nakashima story to life.
Join us as we highlight some of our favorite finds on a regular basis.
Kevin’s Rocking Horse, 1957
Walnut, Dogwood, Locust, Leather, and Raffia When Kevin was around 3 years old, Dad decided to make Kevin a rocking horse. He put together some rough rockers and legs from the chair department and found a piece of wood that had a natural nose and mouth for a head....