The Caetani House and Grounds were managed by the Vernon Public Art Gallery from the time of Sveva's death in 1994 until the Caetani Cultural Centre Society was formed in May 2008. The society's purpose is to manage and maintain the property and to carry out the wishes laid out in the Last Will and Testament of Sveva Ersilia Caetani.

Mission Statement

To establish and maintain a centre for the arts for the benefit of the residents of Vernon and area in all artistic pursuits.

Mandate

To allow use of the house and grounds for the following purposes as the Society deems appropriate:

• An art gallery
• A centre for art classes and workshops
• Outdoor art classes and outdoor art exhibitions
• Art convention centre
• A residence for an 'Artist in Residence' program
• Administrative offices for the Society
• Such other use as in the discretion of the Society.

Membership

You can support and encourage the Caetani Cultural Centre by becoming a member of the Society.

As a member you receive:

• The biennial newsletter
• Early bird discounted passes to all events
• Access to Sveva Caetani's renowned library of art books during office hours
• Opportunities to promote and exhibit artwork at the Caetani House and Grounds
• Voting privileges at the AGM

You can complete your membership application and pay in person at the office during opening hours, or by mail to the Caetani Cultural Centre, Caetani House, 3401 Pleasant Valley Road, Vernon V1T 2H3

Membership form in PDF format.

Cheques should be made payable to the Caetani Cultural Centre Society.

Office

Sveva's art studio has been converted into an administration office for the Caetani Cultural Society and also houses Sveva's library of art books. Members of the Caetani Cultural Centre Society are welcome to borrow and read the books on the grounds during the summer opening hours. For hours of operation please check our Contact page.