Andres Sculpture Park

Easy to moderate

PARKING UPDATE

Andres has upgraded their parking. Please note parking is no longer where noted below.

Great for kids, wheelchair and stroller accessible on road. Hiking, snowshoeing, xc skiing.

And, if you do try to park there? You shall see this sign.

The Andres Institute of Art is one of the most interesting and versatile hikes close to me. It has everything. A road to the sculpture studio which makes part of the park wheelchair accessible. However, I am not sure how access will be with new parking. Research to be done.

There is a large paved parking lot and trail access is off of there. Enjoy.

New parking is closer to “Big Bear Lodge” Behind the chinese restaurant.

Many trails of varying difficulty all with fascinating stone and metal sculptures produced in the Brookline NH studio by artists from all over the world.

The studio was open and Ruby and I had a lovely chat. They told me the sculptures were made outside the studio. It takes about 3 weeks to set a new sculpture. Care must be taken to build a strong base. The artists are given a choice of about 3 locations in which to set their art.

Andres art institute is again holding concerts in the old ski Lodge. Check out their website for more details.

It is fascinating to see the sculptures and then read about the artist and what country they are from. Often very telling.

This is a great hike for kids as there are many interactive sculptures. Dogs are allowed on leashes but please bring your own poop bags.

Fortunately there are many interpretive sculptures to promote awe and discussion.

There are great places to sit and eat a picnic lunch. PLEASE carry out.

Or just relax and enjoy the view.

There are whimsical sculptures as well.

And of course I must find the horse.

For more information or to make a donation go to andresinstitute.org

Saw a little turtle on the quarry trail.