Join us for a special evening at The Betsy Hotel as renowned curator Bonnie Clearwater sits down with Jonathan Henery, Manager of Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s Studio and Treasurer and Secretary of the Christo and Jeanne-Claude Foundation. This conversation will offer an inside look into the creative partnership and monumental legacy of Christo and Jeanne-Claude, renowned for their transformative environmental installations around the world.

Guests will have the opportunity to explore the art and ideas that shaped Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s career, engage in a lively Q&A, and connect with fellow art enthusiasts in The Betsy’s vibrant gallery setting.

The Gallery at The Betsy - South Beach 
Enter at 1433 Collins Avenue

April 9, 2026 Doors open 6:00 PM | Program starts 6:30 PM

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS

Bonnie Clearwater has served as Director and Chief Curator of NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale since 2013. A respected leader in the arts, she is known for her curatorial vision, scholarship, and commitment to public education and community engagement. She has helped expand the museum’s reach through ambitious exhibitions, stronger education initiatives, and programming that connects with diverse audiences.

Jonathan Henery works at the heart of Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s artistic legacy, managing their studio and serving as Treasurer and Secretary of the Christo and Jeanne-Claude Foundation. He is intimately involved in stewarding the artists’ archives, advancing educational initiatives, and supporting new scholarship and exhibitions that keep their vision alive for new generations.

About the Christo & Jeanne-Claude Foundation: The Christo and Jeanne-Claude Foundation is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and promoting the work and legacy of the artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude. The Foundation supports scholarly research, educational programming, and exhibitions that explore the impact of their large-scale, site-specific installations—iconic projects like “The Gates” in Central Park, “Wrapped Reichstag” in Berlin, and “The Floating Piers” in Italy. Through its work, the Foundation ensures that the duo’s spirit of innovation, collaboration, and environmental engagement continues to inspire artists and audiences worldwide.

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