Artist Thomas Cole, the 19th-century founder of the Hudson River School of Art, left a lasting visual legacy through the landscapes that defined his work. From Wednesday through Sunday during the summer season, the Thomas Cole National Historic Site is presenting an exhibition that explores the artistic relationship between Cole and his student Frederic Church. Titled Master, Mentor, Master — Thomas Cole & Frederic Church, the show highlights how the two artists influenced each other and shaped American landscape painting.
Expand your own creative practice with classes at the Catskill Mountain Foundation’s Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts. The center offers a range of workshops for all ages and skill levels, including Pots & Possibilities (ceramics), Looking Into Your Inner Self (painting), and Magnificent Mosaics, which introduces ancient Roman laying techniques and practical methods for assembling mosaics. Located a short drive from Hunter Mountain, the Sugar Maples space also hosts performances, literary events, film screenings, rotating exhibitions, lectures, and artist residencies.
The Great Northern Catskills in Greene County provide an ideal weekend escape from city heat. The region is easy to reach—about three hours from Boston and roughly two hours from New York City—making it a convenient destination for visitors seeking art, nature, and creative programming.
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