Important forces in the art and architecture communities, the Edwards were passionate yet erudite collectors for over fifty years, actively involved in the conservation and preservation of New England’s artistic heritage, and generous benefactors in the Connecticut area and beyond. Their collection includes Important American paintings and works on paper by Paxton, Parrish, Anschutz, Macintosh and others; Aesthetic Movement, American and European furniture and decorative arts, by Godwin, Tiffany, Dresser, Majolica, more; over 400 bottles of wine; important jewelry, and many other treasures.