About
The George Nakashima Woodworkers Complex is the historic home and studio of internationally known furniture designer, woodworker, and architect George Nakashima (1905-1990), a leader in 20th century American design and the American craft movement. The Complex is both a historic site and an active studio/workshop that makes one-of-a-kind, handcrafted furniture.
Mission
Our mission is to maintain the architecture and the collection of furniture George Nakashima designed and built on his New Hope, Pennsylvania property.
The Foundation
The Foundation, a 501(c)3, was originally created in 1984 to collect funds to build Altars of Peace around the world, “small points of light encircling the globe.” However, in searching for spaces that would welcome people of all faiths, races and nationalities, it became apparent that the environments themselves, as well as programs surrounding the Peace Altar-Tables, should be included in its mission.
After Marion Nakashima’s passing in 2004, Kevin and Mira realized that preservation, protection, and perpetuation of the Nakashima Legacy means preserving the Nakashima buildings in New Hope and their contents for future generations, and asked the Foundation to shoulder this responsibility as well. The Foundation plays a crucial role in safe keeping the Nakashima Legacy and welcomes financial support to do so.
