Who’s Here in the Hamptons

Dan Rattiner speaks with Helen Harrison, Director of the Pollock-Krasner House – Episode 20

Mar 9, 2021
Helen Harrison, director of the Pollock-Krasner House and an author of historical mysteries, shares captivating stories from the home where Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner created legendary art. She discusses the preservation of Pollock's iconic studio floor and the emotional toll of his tragic car accident. Harrison also reflects on the vibrant history of East Hampton and the unique identity of its original settlers. Additionally, she intertwines her writing journey, revealing how surrealism shapes her mysteries while preserving the legacies of abstract expressionist artists.
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