April 21, 2026 12:00pm EDT
Jack Lenor Larsen’s life in textiles extends far beyond the walls of Fallingwater, woven into the very fabric of contemporary design. A lifelong innovator, Larsen forged a singular path inspired by traditional craft techniques encountered during his travels around the world. Wendy Van Deusen worked closely with Larsen for more than twenty years at LongHouse Reserve as curator and steward of his textile archive, cataloging and caring for an extraordinary body of work. In this program, she will explore Larsen’s global influences, creative legacy, and share personal reflections from their many years of collaboration.
© Photo of Jack Lenor Larsen by Shonna Valeska
About the Presenters
Wendy Van Deusen
Wendy Van Deusen brings decades of experience devoted to the arts to her role as Director of Women’s Art Center of the Hamptons. As a weaver, award-winning chef, and museum curator, she brings a passion for artistic expression and supporting others to nurture their own talents.
Prior to founding Women’s Art Center of the Hamptons, Wendy served as curator of LongHouse Reserve, founded by world renowned weaver and designer, Jack Lenor Larsen. For more than 20 years Wendy cataloged and cared for Larsen’s personal textile collection as well as the art, antiquities and crafts that make up the LongHouse collection.
From 1997 to 2002, Wendy was co-owner of three of the most popular historic inns on Long Island’s east end, including the well-known 1770 House, for which she also was a James Beard Award winning chef.
Throughout her career, Wendy kept up her own studio work. With a BFA in Textiles from Moore College of Art and Design, Wendy creates art through many disciplines that include weaving and many off the loom techniques. Her work is in both museum and private collections.