Neutra Run Walk

Richard Neutra founded this firm in 1926 while he was still living in the Schindler House. Shortly thereafter, came the birth of his second son, Dion. At about this time, he was working on his first major project the Jardinette Apartments (1927) in Hollywood. A couple of years later, the Lovell Health House (1929). After a distinguished 40 years, he invited his architect son in as partner and vice president in 1965. Dion has carried on the firm since his father's death in 1970.

In 2012, we marked Richard Neutra's 120th birthday with the first 'Running'. That Earth Day, April 22 we marked 42 years since the first Earth Day was celebrated on April 22, 1970, just a week after Neutra's death. He would have been so proud! In the aftermath of our fledgling day of events, of Earth Day 2012, the Institute is looking ahead to continue to sponsor 'Neutra run-walks for HEALTH' on the Sundays closest to Earth Day each year, so we're taking orders NOW. Please do calendar this day now and plan to join us?

Note that even if you are unable to attend in person, you can support our efforts virtually! Click on the first button below!

Our select group of participants were uniformly enthused about our last effort at this! The City came thru with its proclamation of 'Neutra Earth Day'! We hope, this next time, to be much more aggressive in our outreach and enlisting of sponsorships etc. We learned a lot! Your participation and/or purchase of any combination of the events of this upcoming event, aggregating $50 or more, will entitle you to a year's membership in the Institute.

Thank you for your continued tax deductable support of the Neutra Institute for Survival Through Design. As before, proceeds will go towards causes of preservation, with special emphasis continuing on into next year towards future RWs scheduled for Sunday, April 20, 2014 and 'Preserving VDL'. This iconic monument, located right across the street, will continue to be in need of repairs of all kinds, and ultimately an endowment!**..

EVENT DETAILS:

When: Sunday, April 20th, pre Earth Day 2014!
Start and End Location:
Silver Lake Meadow across from the Richard and Dion Neutra VDL Research House II, 2300 Silver Lake Blvd. Los Angeles, California.
Route: Circumnavigate counter-clockwise, around Silver Lake Reservoir on the paths.
Included in Fee: Neutra Run-Walk for Health, Commemorative T-shirt in your size!, entry to Award and Closing ceremony.

**This being a charitable event, your donations will be gratefully accepted as such even in the event of rain or if for other reasons the events can not happen as hoped for. There can be no refunds.

No matter where you are in the world, you can participate! Click here to donate a minimum of $25 which will include your $15 annual membership! You'll get listed in a special post event roster 'VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS'. You can increase your donation by adjusting the quantity button above.

Quantity:

7:40am - Opening Ceremony: Silver Lake Meadow (across from VDL).
8:00am - 8K Individual Run: Entry fee is $40/person	Quantity:
8:15am - 4K Individual Run: Entry fee is $35/person.	Quantity:
8:30am - 4K Individual and Children's Walk: Entry fee is $15/person (kids under 7 are free).	Quantity:
8:45am - Family Walk: Entry fee is $25/family.	Quantity:
9:00am - 20K Bike Run: Entry Fee is $25/rider. 5 times around course in bike lane.	Quantity:
9:30-10:00am - Award Ceremony and Closing Ceremony: Free with pre-paid entry.

AFTERNOON AND EVENING EVENTS:

10:00am-4:30pm - VDL Research House Self-Guided Tour assisted by volunteer: $15/person; open to all; no reservation required.	Quantity:
5:00pm-6:45pm - Wine Reception for VIPs on VDL house patio: $35/person with reservation. Sign up early; limited space.	Quantity:
7:00pm-9:30pm - Evening with VIPs interested in the preservation of VDL. Light Dinner provided: $65/person with reservation. Sign up early; limited space.	Quantity:
All Day Ticket 1 - $110 Includes all entries except the Run-Walk events above	Quantity:
All Day Ticket 2 - $150 Includes all entries including your choice of a $40 or lesser Run-Walk event above	Quantity: Choose an Event 4K Individual Run 8K Individual Run 4K Walk Family Walk 20K Bike Run

Additional Items for Sale - Check out our Store for more items.

Order Dion's new book, The Neutras, Then & Later 11" X 11" 192 pages Coffee Table Format $30 Including S&H (within U.S.)	Available through Amazon
(click to enlarge) Neutra Run-Walk for Health Commemorative T-Shirt. $20 (no S&H). T-Shirt is included in registration fee for participants of the two Run events	Size Small Medium Large X-Large
Survival Through Design by Richard Neutra Our price: $15. (+ shipping/handling) Paperback in English - 384 pp; 5.4" x 8.3" 16 double-sided pages of glossy photos. Bring $5 on the day of the event and Dion Neutra will sign your copy.	Quantity:
Life and Shape: the Autobiography of Richard Neutra by Richard Neutra Available for purchase through Amazon for $30.	Available through Amazon
Neutra: Complete Works by Barbara Lamprecht nearly 300 projects; hundreds of photos; many in color. Available for purchase though Amazon for approximately $45.	Available through Amazon

We need at least 75 volunteers for the event for various parts of that day and into the evening. Use the email link below to send your resume if you have one, to the Institute, specifying how much time you can contribute. If you're limited to morning, afternoon, or evening, specify that so we can organize and get back to you. Email: Dion Neutra for more information.