Membership
Join a community of people who care about American art and landscape by becoming a member of the Thomas Cole National Historic Site today.
In 1845, Thomas Cole wrote that art, “kindles the soul” and provides the “serenest pleasure.” We believe art is more important now than ever. Join us for our 2021 season including a major collaborative exhibition and new digital storytelling installations.
Scroll down to reserve your membership online or email info@thomascole.org to set up a time to speak by phone.
Who We Are
Learn about the Thomas Cole Site and what we’ve achieved with the support of members like you.
Join the Community
Read about our membership levels and scroll down to support the Thomas Cole National Historic Site.
Kindred Spirits
Asher B. Durand, “Kindred Spirits,” Oil on canvas, 1849, 44 x 36 in. Courtesy Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, AR.
The Kindred Spirits Society brings together enthusiasts of American art and landscape in support of this place special place where this nation’s first art movement began. The generosity of the Kindred Spirits supports all aspects of the organization including educational programming, scholarship, exhibitions, and preservation.
Activities under normal operating conditions include exclusive curatorial tours of special exhibitions and private events with lecturers.
Annual dues start at $2,500 and all donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. For inquiries, please email jgreim@thomascole.org to set up a time to speak. We look forward to hearing from you.
Would you rather send us a check? You can! Please mail it to:
Thomas Cole Historic House
Attn: Membership Department
218 Spring Street
Catskill, NY 12414
Photo by Zio & Sons