Welcome to Center For Lost Arts in beautiful Southernmost Illinois
If you are a facilitator looking for a place to host an event or retreat, let us know.
Our main building - House of Paul - and surrounding property is available for day use.
Currently, our on-site overnight options are at Eva's Roost & Tiny House of Paul, but we are finalizing collaboration plans with a nearby large cabin(sleeps 10) and a smaller cabin(sleeps 6) for small group weekend retreats/events to serve you and your group.
Let us know what you envision. We look forward to welcoming you.
Bonnie Burton & Paul Frank
If you are a facilitator looking for a place to host an event or retreat, let us know.
Our main building - House of Paul - and surrounding property is available for day use.
Currently, our on-site overnight options are at Eva's Roost & Tiny House of Paul, but we are finalizing collaboration plans with a nearby large cabin(sleeps 10) and a smaller cabin(sleeps 6) for small group weekend retreats/events to serve you and your group.
Let us know what you envision. We look forward to welcoming you.
Bonnie Burton & Paul Frank
Overnight Stays Eva's Roost is a zen-style cottage nestled in the hillside overlooking the pond & forest. The extra large windows connect you to the natural world while you write, play music, stretch, sit, read or simply be. Spacious, rustic and cozy. Head out the back door to listen to the birds, sit by a fire, watch the moon, look out at the pond or take a walk into the forest. Carve out some time & space as a human being, not a human doing. Reconnect with yourself, a friend or loved one and with nature. ~~~~~ Tiny House of Paul is a tiny home designed & built by Paul, with many of his signature touches. It is centrally located near the greenhouse and woodshop, yet feels like a small world all it's own. A large westward window affords a beautiful forest & sunset view. A screened porch & outside deck provide space for relaxing in whatever way you desire. All guests have access to the trails, gardens & pond habitat on this beautiful 20 acre property. *NEW* We've recently added another property under Center For Lost Arts. It's located four miles up the road from us. This beautiful log cabin built in the 1980's has three bedrooms upstairs with overflow sleeping in the walk out bottom basement. It is a perfect addition to our current overnight spaces for facilitators wanting to host a small group weekend. Large living room, dining room, sunroom, with outdoor fire pit area and front porch make it a perfect retreat place. One mile of trails are available to guests. See photos and details on Airbnb for Trillium Vintage Cabin HERE. Instagram: @tiny_artchitecture @soul_in_theworld #cobdencenterforlostarts |
Mindful Living Bonnie Burton has been creating inclusive & welcoming spaces for people in one form or another her whole life. Currently, she offers private Mindful Living sessions in person and at a distance, a four-week series "Mindful Living & Meditation" in person and online, facilitating personal & group retreats at Center For Lost and managing overnight guests at Eva's Roost & Tiny House of Paul. www.soulintheworld.org Instagram: @soulintheworld Facebook: Soul in the World ~~~~~ Cobden Village Shops Bonnie is also the owner & curator of Cobden Village Shops, supporting over eighty local artists, makers, vintage & antique collectors, repurposers & others committed to environmental & social responsibility. You'll find vendors who practice "lost arts," but there's always room for more! Facebook: Cobden Village Shops & Packrats Paradise Instagram: @shopincobdenillinois Cobden Village Shops is located at 220 S. Front St in Cobden, a mile up the road from Center For Lost Arts, next to the infamous Iron Whisk. |
Master CraftsmanPaul Frank is the designer & builder of all structures & interior furnishings at Center For Lost Arts. It is Paul's greatest passion to build and create with wood and natural building materials, in connection with the nature. ~~~~~ Paul purchased a former daffodil and peony farm in the early 80's and began planting trees - 4500 of them. After 35 years, a thriving ecosystem has replaced the fields and the original barn has been transformed into Paul's original three story design - House of Paul ~~~~~ Two years ago, Paul was diagnosed with a bone marrow mutation after losing the use of his arms & hands. He is in continuing recovery for post-stroke/seizure neurological complications. Unless it's extremely hot or cold, you'll usually find Paul working somewhere on the property with one or two of his apprentices. ~~~~~ Update: Paul had his first art showing of his paintings at Alto Vineyards this year - a great success. Currently, he and his full-time apprentice, are creating beautiful fine furniture for sale. Appointments are available every Sunday. www.pauljfrank.com Instagram: @tiny_artchitecture @paulfrankartwork #pauljfrank |
