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