In 1989, Mrs. Illsey and her husband, the Reverend Hartwell Illsey,
donated 69 works to the Langley Centennial Museum in Fort Langley.
National recognition of the works followed, with 59 pieces designated
Canadian Cultural Property in 1990 by the Canadian Cultural Review
Board. Since that time, additional works have been donated.
While Reverend Hartwell Illsey passed away in May 2002, Mrs. Illsey
continues to be a great supporter of the collection. Other Kilpin
descendants have also been generous contributors to this research,
as well as being supporters of the museum, and responsible stewards
of the works of Kilpin that remain in family care. |
