In 2006, Richard W. Rosen founded what is known today as the Naples Art District. 

Living in the Philadelphia area as a child, one of his favorite activities was visiting his grandparents in the city. These visits were a feast for the senses full of excitement, sounds and colors from the many cars, clanging trolleys and diverse people. Tall buildings, crowded train yards and long bridges crossing rivers further inspired Rosen.  Entwined with the man-made systems was nature in the form of beautiful parks and gardens;  his grandparents always had colorful flowers in the small garden in front of their row house.  As Rosen matured, his appreciation grew for the complex relationship between the manmade and nature.      Read More...