Robinson Jeffers Tor House Foundation, Carmel

About Robinson Jeffers Tor House Foundation

The Robinson Jeffers Tor House Foundation, established in 1978, preserves and opens to the public Tor House, Hawk Tower, and surrounding gardens in Carmel, California. This National Historic Landmark was the home of poet Robinson Jeffers and showcases his living quarters, collections, and the stone tower he constructed. Visitors experience guided tours through the historic buildings and gardens, exploring the spaces where Jeffers lived and wrote. The foundation sponsors the Robinson Jeffers Prize for Poetry, recognizing contemporary poetry through its annual competition. Tor House Press publishes material dedicated to preserving Jeffers's literary and philosophical legacy. The foundation also hosts cultural events and programs, including the Robinson Jeffers Fall Festival, designed to promote the poet's work and engage the community. The organization operates as a nonprofit staffed by volunteers committed to maintaining this cultural resource and extending public understanding of this significant California literary figure and his unique coastal home.