PROGRAMS + EVENTS
Programs + Events
November 2025
WEBINAR – Behind the Collection’s Curtain: Conservation Ethics and Logistics of Thomas Cole’s “Solitary Lake in New Hampshire”
Did you know Olana State Historic Site’s collection contains over 90,000 objects and archival documents? Learn more about how this expansive collection is maintained, cared for, and shared with the public during this webinar with two conservators from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation, Elizabeth Robson and Lauren Ross.
THIRD THURSDAY – Artmaking in the Afternoon: Indigenous Creativity Across the World
Stop by for a chance to celebrate Indigenous History Month and learn more about the history, culture, and craft of native peoples throughout the world. Explore art activities focused on indigenous creative practices like beadmaking and weaving with The Olana Partnership educators all afternoon. Click "Read More" for more information.
Artmaking in the Afternoon
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. Click "Read More" for more information.
FREE Family Tour
Experience learning, looking closely, and conversation as a family during this series of special museum gallery program at Olana State Historic Site. Designed for families with children ages 3 and up. FREE. Advanced registration required. Click "Read More" for more information.
December 2025
OLANA Winter Solstice Celebration
Join us at Olana for a series of free opportunities to celebrate the season and experience the Hudson Valley‘s beautiful winter landscape! Click "Read More" for more information.
January 2026
First Day Hike with the “Dogs of Olana”
Channel 19th century artist Frederic Church’s taste for exploration during a special pup-friendly hike of the winter landscape at Olana State Historic Site.
First Day Hike in the Afternoon
Channel 19th century artist Frederic Church’s taste for exploration during this special hike of the winter landscape and explore Olana’s 250-acres.
New Year’s Day Drawing
After exploring Olana’s winter landscape, drop by the Wagon House Education Center any time to participate in special drawing prompts and warm up with seasonal refreshments.
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The Olana Partnership programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
