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Conceived by American artist and philanthropist Jerome Hill (1905–1972), the Camargo Foundation is a residency for artists, scholars, and thinkers in Cassis, France. Hill became enamored by French culture during numerous visits to Europe with his family.
He said he was going to restore the original farmhouse but after putting on a new roof, it was discovered the interior walls could not be moved. "We left it as is," he said of the house, which can still be restored with the original floor plan. “This is a beautiful, rural area and very worthy of preservation," he said. "I am relieved to know that while the farm may be sold, it will never be developed." He said there are certain properties that should never be developed because "it is important to honor our history, our culture and our unique landscapes."