These local and regional cultural destinations are great for studio breaks, quiet inspiration, performances, and exhibitions.
Cultural Sites & Arts Organizations
Thomas Cole National Historic Site – Historic home and studios of the founder of the Hudson River School, with exhibitions, tours, and programs about landscape art and history.
Olana State Historic Site – The Persian-inspired estate and studio of Frederic Church overlooking the Hudson River Valley; tours and landscape views weave art with nature.
CREATE Council on the Arts – Regional arts service organization fostering exhibitions, workshops, events, and community arts engagement in Greene County and beyond.
Bridge Street Theatre – Intimate Catskill theater presenting new plays, revivals, and experimental productions in a small professional venue.
Beattie-Powers Place – Historic house and arts site with concerts, lectures, exhibitions, and community programming in Catskill.
Performance Venues
Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center – Historic theater in Great Barrington, MA offering year-round performances, films, music, dance, and events (including programs by Close Encounters With Music).