Olana State Historic Site

On Friday, August 7 from 5-6:30pm, start off your weekend with a drink and the best evening view in the Hudson Valley. The Piazza is one of the house's outdoor rooms. It connects architecture and nature and was designed by Frederic Church during his studio expansion project in 1888. It provides dramatic views over Olana's artist-designed landscape toward the Hudson River and the Catskill Mountains. This is an exclusive member event. Space is limited to the member and a guest. RSVP is re

Experience learning, looking closely, and conversation as a family during this series of special museum gallery tours at Olana State Historic Site. Each month, The Olana Partnership educators will lead an exploration of two to three works of art on the second floor galleries through family-friendly dialogue and other hands-on activities. After your tour, extend your day at OLANA and head down to the Wagon House Education Center for a free drop-in program, Art Making in the Afternoon from 1-4 PM.

Inspired by your time at Olana or looking for family-friendly fun? Participate in free, drop-in artmaking in the Wagon House Education Center from 1-4 PM and learn more about Frederic Church’s artist-designed home and studio on the Hudson. This drop-in artmaking program is open to all ages and skill levels; all materials provided. FREE. No advanced registration required. Contact [email protected] or call (518) 751-6938 for more info.

Join The Olana Partnership, Story Screen Cinema, and Hudson Area Library at Olana State Historic Site for a movie night under the stars. This film is presented in conjunction with Frederic Church: Global Artist, an exhibition on view at Olana State Historic Site until October 25.

In honor of the 200th anniversary of the birth of America’s greatest landscape artist, Frederic Church, The Olana Partnership is partnering with artist Beth Rundquist to offer plein-air painting workshops at the artist’s historic home and landscape. Olana’s breathtaking views provide endless inspiration for artists, and this workshop will focus on capturing interpretations of Church’s beautiful, designed landscape. Over the course of three days, participants will focus on developing skills of

In honor of the 200th anniversary of the birth of America’s greatest landscape artist, Frederic Church, The Olana Partnership is partnering with artist Beth Rundquist to offer plein-air painting workshops at the artist’s historic home and landscape. Olana’s breathtaking views provide endless inspiration for artists, and this workshop will focus on capturing interpretations of Church’s beautiful, designed landscape. Over the course of three days, participants will focus on developing skills of

In honor of the 200th anniversary of the birth of America’s greatest landscape artist, Frederic Church, The Olana Partnership is partnering with artist Beth Rundquist to offer plein-air painting workshops at the artist’s historic home and landscape. Olana’s breathtaking views provide endless inspiration for artists, and this workshop will focus on capturing interpretations of Church’s beautiful, designed landscape. Over the course of three days, participants will focus on developing skills of

Celebrate the end of summer with LA MANGA, an all-female band who combines the power of Afro-Caribbean Colombian traditions with vibrant contemporary energy. Take in Olana's breathtaking and honor the heritage of Colombia, a country that deeply inspired the artist Frederic Church. FREE; the performance takes place outside the historic house. Check in at the Visitor Center for details.

Inspired by your time at Olana or looking for family-friendly fun? Participate in free, drop-in artmaking in the Wagon House Education Center from 1-4 PM and learn more about Frederic Church’s artist-designed home and studio on the Hudson. This drop-in artmaking program is open to all ages and skill levels; all materials provided. FREE. No advanced registration required. Contact [email protected] or call (518) 751-6938 for more info.

Experience learning, looking closely, and conversation as a family during this series of special museum gallery tours at Olana State Historic Site. Each month, The Olana Partnership educators will lead an exploration of two to three works of art on the second floor galleries through family-friendly dialogue and other hands-on activities. After your tour, extend your day at OLANA and head down to the Wagon House Education Center for a free drop-in program, Art Making in the Afternoon from 1-4 PM.

Top chefs, cool summer drinks, and the best view in the Hudson River Valley The OLANA (End of) Summer Party celebrates the bounty of the season and Frederic Church’s OLANA, a New York State Historic Site and National Historic Landmark. The festivities will take place on the East Lawn next to Olana’s Historic House with stunning sunset views over the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains.

Enjoy a fall evening at Olana during this Third Thursday closing concert with Larry Chernicoff, an award-winning composer and multi-instrumentalist. Larry and accompanying musicians will put on a jazz performance inspired by Olana’s scenic landscape. FREE; the performance takes place outside the Visitor Center in the seating area. Check in at the Visitor Center for details.

Inspired by your time at Olana or looking for family-friendly fun? Participate in free, drop-in artmaking in the Wagon House Education Center from 1-4 PM and learn more about Frederic Church’s artist-designed home and studio on the Hudson. This drop-in artmaking program is open to all ages and skill levels; all materials provided. FREE. No advanced registration required. Contact [email protected] or call (518) 751-6938 for more info.

Experience learning, looking closely, and conversation as a family during this series of special museum gallery tours at Olana State Historic Site. Each month, The Olana Partnership educators will lead an exploration of two to three works of art on the second floor galleries through family-friendly dialogue and other hands-on activities. After your tour, extend your day at OLANA and head down to the Wagon House Education Center for a free drop-in program, Art Making in the Afternoon from 1-4 PM.

Test your knowledge of all things Olana during this special spring trivia night celebrating Frederic Church’s 200th birthday year! Join The Olana Partnership staff for a rousing game of trivia. Work in teams or test your luck solo. Winners and runners up will receive a special Olana prize pack. For ages 18 and up; refreshments available for purchase. $10/ FREE for members.

Get creative and build community at Olana during our FREE art-focused afternoons this winter, spring, and fall. Bring new life to old materials this November by creating prints, patches, and redesigning old clothing inspired by the fall season.With the cooler season ahead, warm up and create something original! Light refreshments included and art materials provided. Ages 14 & Up; bring in-progress projects to work on or create something new! Free & No Registration Require

Experience learning, looking closely, and conversation as a family during this series of special museum gallery tours at Olana State Historic Site. Each month, The Olana Partnership educators will lead an exploration of two to three works of art on the second floor galleries through family-friendly dialogue and other hands-on activities. After your tour, extend your day at OLANA and head down to the Wagon House Education Center for a free drop-in program, Art Making in the Afternoon from 1-4 PM.

Inspired by your time at Olana or looking for family-friendly fun? Participate in free, drop-in artmaking in the Wagon House Education Center from 1-4 PM and learn more about Frederic Church’s artist-designed home and studio on the Hudson. This drop-in artmaking program is open to all ages and skill levels; all materials provided. FREE. No advanced registration required. Contact [email protected] or call (518) 751-6938 for more info.