2019-Today: The President's House (Ryan)
In December 2019, the historic home was ready to welcome President Ryan and his family - just in time to celebrate the holiday season.
In January 2020, Carr's Hill officially re-opened when the Ryans hosted a reception for all of the dedicated professionals who were part of the historic renovation. From University architects and historical preservationists to facilities management staff and community contractors, the Ryans were pleased to recognize all of those who were part of the re-interpretation of the historic home.
Looking forward, the Ryans will continue the long-standing tradition of hosting and honoring students, faculty, and staff from across the University. They also look forward to bringing people from the University and community together through meaningful and inclusive engagement and will expand on the idea that Carr’s Hill is a place where ideas are born, opinions are exchanged, bridges are built, people and their accomplishments are celebrated, and the arts are enjoyed and embraced.
President Ryan welcomes students, faculty, and staff to the first edition of "Arts on the Hill," as they look on from the living room at Carr's Hill. Photo by Dan Addison, University Communications.
I-Jen Fang, an associate professor in the McIntire Department of Music, plays the marimba, a percussion instrument during the inaugural Arts on the Hill event hosted by President Ryan at Carr's Hill. Photo by Dan Addison, University Communications.
Singing an arrangement of "Smile," while enhancing the performance by simulating playing upright basses, The Aeolians of Oakwood University in Huntsville, Alabama filled the main foyer of Carr's Hill with their beautiful voices. Photo by Dan Addison, Univ