Mabel Dodge Luhan's story is a fascinating tale of personal evolution, as a writer, salon hostess, art patroness, social activist, and resident of New Mexico. Born in Buffalo, New York, Mabel was a woman ahead of her time, influencing the worlds of arts, music, literature, and social change. Her life-altering move to Northern New Mexico led her to connect with the Taos Pueblo Indians, drawing progressive thinkers and artists to her salons, including D.H. Lawrence, Aldous Huxley, and Georgia O'Keeffe. Mabel's home and salons significantly contributed to Taos County and New Mexico's culture, establishing the town as a destination for artists and a Mecca of beauty.
Awakening in Taos: The Mabel Dodge Luhan Story
Mabel Dodge Luhan's life is chronicled in this documentary, showcasing her evolution as a writer, salon hostess, arts patron, social activist, and New Mexico resident.