Preserving the Legacy, Inspiring Innovation: Carrie Rebora Barratt at the LongHouse Reserve

Inside the She Cave: Trailblazers, Innovators, Rule Breakers

Carrie Rebora Barratt is the director of LongHouse Reserve, a 16-acre sanctuary in East Hampton, New York, renowned for its sculpture garden featuring over 60 artworks. Following the passing of the founder, Jack Lenor Larsen, a distinguished fabric weaver and textile designer, Carrie adeptly managed the transition, navigating the challenges of leadership and the grief accompanying such a loss.

With a rich background as an art historian, including notable positions at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the New York Botanical Garden, Carrie brings a profound appreciation for history and culture to her role. Her extensive knowledge and experience have been instrumental in evolving LongHouse Reserve while preserving its beauty and sanctity. Her vision is to create a space that inspires living with art in all its forms, fostering imagination, ideas, and exploration.

Under her leadership, LongHouse Reserve hosts a variety of events and programs, such as the summer benefit, artist residencies, book talks, walking meditations, yoga, and art-making activities. Carrie is deeply committed to creating connections and providing a space where people can gather and engage with both art and nature.
Chapters:

00:00 Introduction: Carrie Barrett, a Trailblazer

02:04 Longhouse Reserve: A Sanctuary for Art and Nature

07:36 Managing Transition and Grief at Longhouse

10:27 Creating a Sustainable and Indigenous Landscape

14:18 Artists and Sculptures at Longhouse Reserve

29:57 The Cary Project and Personal Influences

34:24 Work-Life Balance and Athleticism

35:19 The Importance of Sports for Kids and Mental Well-being

39:24 Finding Solace in Art and Nature

47:30 A Career in the Art World: From the Metropolitan Museum of Art to LongHouse Reserve

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