Life at Winrock Farms (JR-2)

Jeannette enjoyed rural life at Winrock Farms, located atop Arkansas’s picturesque Petit Jean Mountain, and took an active interest in the farm’s management and the surrounding community. She participated in the annual cattle sale, arranged for the comfort of visiting guests, and supported the local school. Jeannette’s early years in Arkansas were her most carefree and relaxed. She relished time with her children and new husband. Soon, she would delve into leadership positions as Arkansas Arts Center President, the National Association for Mental Health President, and First Lady of Arkansas.

(Jeannette’s papers are available as a part of the Winthrop Rockefeller Collection (ualr.ms.0001). Find out more by visiting the finding aid online.)

Jeannette leading a bull at Winrock Farms, ca 1958
Jeannette leading one of the famed Santa Gertrudis cattle at Winrock Farms, ca. 1958
Ann and Bruce Bartley, Jeannette's children from her second marriage, ca. 1956
Ann and Bruce Bartley, Jeannette’s children from her second marriage, ca. 1956

 

 

eannette enjoying leisure time at Winrock Farms, ca. 1956
Jeannette enjoying leisure time at Winrock Farms, ca. 1956