# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Lunch & Learn ~ William Couper in Cortland: An Unexpected Chapter in an American Sculptor's Life
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: This illustrated talk explores the surprising connection between the American sculptor William Couper (1853-1942) and the city of Cortland, New York. Late in life Couper moved to Cortland to live with his son, the painter William Alan Couper, who had established a home at 94 Tompkins Street. During his final years there Couper had largely left sculpture behind and devoted himself to painting. The presentation traces Couper's artistic career, his connection to Thomas Ball, and the rediscovery of his Cortland residency through local historical research. Sculptures from the speaker's collection and a painting by William Alan Couper donated to the Cortland County Historical Society will be featured.

This year is our ELEVENTH year of providing lunchtime learning opportunities for our community, and we hope you’ll join us to learn more about local and regional history!
What to know:

~This event will take place at our event center located at 9 Grace Street, Cortland. There is a small parking lot and additional street parking.

~Bring your own lunch if you wish, and we will provide a beverage and dessert.

~Admission is free for members of the Cortland County Historical Society (CCHS) and $5 for CCHS members-to-be. Membership is a fantastic way for you to help CCHS preserve and share local history for just pennies a day! Consider becoming a member today: https://cortland-county-historical-society-inc.square.site/membership. 

~Please call us at 607-756-6071 with any questions, and we’ll be glad to help.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cortland/lunch-and-learn-~-william-couper-in-cortland-an-unexpected-chapter-in-an-american-sculptors-life/200029825256007
- **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Cortland
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 9 Grace St, Cortland, NY
- **lat**: 42.60359
- **long**: -76.18331
- **full address**: 9 Grace St, Cortland, NY, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Lunch & Learn ~ William Couper in Cortland: An Unexpected Chapter in an American Sculptor's Life being held?
  - **A:** Lunch & Learn ~ William Couper in Cortland: An Unexpected Chapter in an American Sculptor's Life takes place on Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm at 9 Grace St, Cortland, NY, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Lunch & Learn ~ William Couper in Cortland: An Unexpected Chapter in an American Sculptor's Life?
  - **A:** Lunch & Learn ~ William Couper in Cortland: An Unexpected Chapter in an American Sculptor's Life is organized by Cortland County Historical Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Lunch & Learn ~ William Couper in Cortland: An Unexpected Chapter in an American Sculptor's Life is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cortland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Lunch & Learn ~ William Couper in Cortland: An Unexpected Chapter in an American Sculptor's Life sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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