Contained within the historic walls of Van View, a stately home built in the late 1800s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, lies the playful and personal contemporary art collection of Jessica Racine-White and Mark Schneider. Drawn from travel, friendships, and artistic exchange, the collection of Jessica and Mark is both personal and evolving. It is presented alongside works from the collection of Herb White, Jessica’s father and founding member of DC Arts Center, whose enthusiasm for art helped shape the family’s appreciation for collecting off-beat and adventurous artists. Together, the collection traces a multigenerational narrative of discovery, connection, and enduring engagement with artists.

Sculpture, painting, photography, and art using found objects fills the home with color and texture. Jessica and Mark have surrounded themselves with artists they have befriended from around the world as well as legends of DC art history. Artists include Gene Davis, Joseph White, David Mordini, Pervis Young, Al Carter, Sam Gilliam, John Van Alstine, Roberto Piriz and Martin Touzan. As stewards of the home and collection, Jessica and Mark are delighted to welcome you into their world.