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Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park, Cornish, NH

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Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park

139 Saint Gaudens Road · Cornish, NH

Why you should go…

This park preserves Aspet, the home, studios and gardens of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, who bought the property in 1885 and lived here year-round from 1900 until his death in 1907. You walk hedged, terraced gardens past reproductions of works such as the Adams Memorial and Abraham Lincoln: The Man, then step into the Little Studio and the galleries. The Federal-style main house opens for select hours as staffing allows. Three hiking trails lead into the surrounding woods.

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Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

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