In Conversation with Artists Jonathan Henery, Christo and Jeanne-Claud
Thursday, Apr 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM - English
Join us for a special evening at The Betsy Hotel as owner and curator Lesley Goldwasser 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.
In Conversation with Artists
Jonathan Henery, Christo and Jeanne-Claude Foundation
Manager, Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s Studio; Treasurer and Secretary, Christo and Jeanne-Claude Foundation
The Art of Christo & Jeanne-Claude
About the Speaker:
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.
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.
Admission: Tickets are $5. All proceeds support Zara’s Center, a safe haven for orphaned and vulnerable children in Emganwini Township, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.
RSVP: Recommended, as space is limited.
Location
The Betsy South Beach 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, AK 33139 (Map)