A book signing of the book “Villa Clare: The Purposeful Life and Timeless Art Collection of J.J. Haverty” by William Rawson Smith will be held on Thursday, Dec. 7, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Museum Shop of the High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta.

Smith’s work provides a unique perspective on the story of early Atlanta and Haverty’s art collection. “Villa Clare” is currently on sale in the High Museum Shop. Admission is free.