The Artwork of Reuben Hale, Inc. is a nonprofit dedicated to the legacy of Reuben Aldridge Hale, Jr. (1927-2018). It was founded as a 501(c)(3) organization in late 2019 by his daughter, Irma Hale.
Organizing Reuben's 1,000+ pieces of work – portraits, abstract expressionist painting, holography, sculpture – led to Irma realizing that not only friends and family, but also researchers and the public should have access to it long after she is gone.
Our board discussed the conundrum and beauty of how Reuben rarely put himself first. Instead, his priorities included taking pride and joy in his daughter's achievements; dedication to his art students' growth; and in a celebration through art, he literally put women on a pedestal in their ability to push through societal barriers.
"As an instructor, Reuben modeled and taught the whole effort of creation as a sensual and thoughtful activity... Reuben believed that the liberation of women would change the future, society, and the world."
— Anne Carlisle (artist, actress & board member)
Even his West Palm Beach, FL, home modifications – such as an entire stairway built from scratch with a free-form banister – are works of art.
This meant learning the ropes of running a small museum! Irma is always a phone call away to give a private tour to see our progress. But for public visitors to properly experience Reuben's artwork – we need your help.
Our Mission
Donations will help us in our mission to:
- Preserve and catalog the artwork for public showing
- Prepare and share biographical materials with scholars and the public
- Develop and execute an arts education program to benefit the community
- Curate and travel with art exhibits across the country
- Plan and prepare the artist's historical home, art studio and garden for visitors
Your support will allow more bright minds around the world access to Reuben's many creative art forms, unique perspective, and celebration of women's strength. Your generosity can literally open doors.
Find some ways you can support The Artwork of Reuben Hale, Inc. here: