Olana State Historic Site

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An official Path Through History Site! Olana is the greatest masterpiece of Frederic Edwin Church, the preeminent American artist of the mid-19th century. It is considered the most important artist’s home, studio, and designed landscape in the US. Church designed Olana as a holistic environment integrating advanced ideas about art, architecture, landscape design, and environmental conservation. Olana’s 250-acre artist-designed landscape with five miles of carriage roads and a Persian-inspired house at its summit embraces unrivaled panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains. An array of Church`s art and collections are displayed and a gallery on the second floor features annual exhibitions. The house and landscape are open for guided touring, and reservations are highly recommended. The landscape is open daily 8 am to sunset. Hiking, picnicking, birding, snow-shoeing, and cross country skiing are available seasonally along with programs and special events. Recreational activities on the lake include fishing (with valid NYS fishing license and permit), kayaks, and non-motored boats. Permits for these activities are available from the Site Manager’s office.

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Accessibility

Accessible Amenities

Blind/Low Vision

Blind/Low Vision Accommodations:
Signage: Yes
Staff Orientation to Venue: Yes

Cognitive/Autism Spectrum

Cognitive/Autism Spectrum Accommodations:
Staff Orientation to Venue: Yes

Deaf and/or Hearing Loss

Deaf and/or Hearing Loss Accommodations:
Closed-Captioned Films/Videos: Yes

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Accessible Amenities:
Accessible Car Parking Onsite: Yes
Accessible Van Parking Onsite: Yes
Assistive Equipment: Yes
Service Animal Relief: Yes

Mobility/Wheelchair Access

Mobility/Wheelchair Access Accommodations:
Accessible Bathroom: Yes
Accessible Entrance: Yes
Accessible Route: Partial
Low Service Counter or Window: Yes
Accessible Guided Tour: Yes
Outdoor Accessible Seating: Yes
Accessible Outdoor Tables: Yes

Events

A Closer Look: Fallen Trees and Forest Floors

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May 20, 2025 - Nov 02, 2025 Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Amenities

General

Things To Do

Art & Culture

General

History

Museums

Nature

Outdoor Adventures

Tours & Excursions

Winter Activities

Accessible Amenities

Blind/Low Vision

Cognitive/Autism Spectrum

Deaf and/or Hearing Loss

Additional Amenities

Mobility/Wheelchair Access

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