Experience the legacy of Charles and Ray Eames with archival access to view their catalogs of mass-produced furniture and unique, one-of-a-kind prototypes.

Fans of Charles and Ray Eames, and their far-reaching legacy of mid-century design, would do themselves a favor by marking their calendars for a visit to Richmond, California. That’s because this month marks the Eames Archives’ inaugural welcome for guests looking to experience their new permanent collection, which showcases the design duo’s storied history of iconic artifacts guided by none other than Llisa Demetrios, chief curator and granddaughter of the legendary design couple.
The effort of the Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity, the Eames Archives includes a Gallery, Collections Center, and Archives Study Center. The newly curated collection will give the public access to view everything from the Eames catalog of mass-produced furniture designs to unique, one-of-a-kind prototypes close-up. Interspersed will be personal ephemera and private correspondence to give Eames enthusiasts an in-depth understanding about the couple’s lives, their creative process, and approach to design.
Llisa Demetrios, chief curator and granddaughter of Charles and Ray Eames
?It?s such a pleasure to expand the reach of the Eames Institute and further share the Collection with even more people? Demetrios says. ?The Eames Archives is so special to me because it holds the things my grandparents loved and ch...