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The moment you witness the breathtaking mountain views from Cole’s porch, you’ll fully understand his devotion to landscape painting Times Union

2026 WINTER SEASON

The Thomas Cole National Historic Site interiors will reopen on Friday, January 9, for the 2026 Winter Season and be open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The park grounds are lit for the holidays and always open daily for free. Dogs are welcome.

HOURS

The Thomas Cole National Historic Site will reopen on FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, for the 2026 Winter Season.

Historic Buildings & Exhibitions

Self-Guided General Admission. Book tickets online in advance or at the historic site. 

Friday–Sunday: 11 am–4 pm

TICKETS

Cole Center & Gift Shop:

Shopping, Ticketing & Coffee Bar

Friday–Sunday: 10:45 am–4:30 pm

FREE

Park Grounds & Gardens:

Open daily dawn to dusk. Dogs welcome. 

FREE

LOCATION

218 Spring Street
Catskill, NY 12414
Directions & Transportation

Main House

Storehouse Studio

1846 New Studio

Grounds

Cole Center & Gift Shop

Please use the Spring Street entrance. We share a parking lot with our neighbors, Temple Israel. Additional parking is available along Hudson Avenue, Gardiner Street, and High Street. 

FAQs Contact Us

What to Expect

Arrange a Group Visit

Bring your group for an all-inclusive guided visit to see the historic interiors and special exhibitions, and enjoy the gardens and grounds. We welcome bus tours, cruise lines, retreats, residency trips, universities, and more.

Information

School Programs

Our school programs use American art to teach American history and other curriculum themes. Teachers can fill out this form to schedule a session.

Information

Download free teacher lesson plans and activities that use American art to teach American history.

Teacher Resources

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