Florence Griswold

The narrative centers on Florence Griswold, a pivotal figure in American art history known for founding the Lyme Art Colony, a key site for U.S. Impressionism. Dubbed "The Keeper of the Artists," she hosted renowned artists during the late 1800s and early 1900s, fostering a vibrant artistic community. Initially established as a Barbizon art-colony by Henry Ward Ranger, the Griswold House flourished under Childe Hassam's influence, becoming a prominent hub for Impressionist art in America.