Saint-Gaudens

https://www.nps.gov/saga/index.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint-Gaudens_National_Historical_Park Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park in Cornish, New Hampshire, preserves the home, gardens, and studios of Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848–1907), one of America's foremost sculptors. This was his summer residence from 1885 to 1897, his permanent home from 1900 until his death in 1907, and the center of the Cornish Art Colony. There are two hiking trails that explore the park's natural areas. Original sculptures are on exhibit, along with reproductions of his greatest masterpieces. It is located on Saint-Gaudens Road in Cornish, 0.5 miles (0.80 km) off New Hampshire Route 12A. Your National Park for the Arts preserves the home and studio of sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907). Here stories flow through a landscape of inspiration. Discover the history behind the captivating bronze sculptures and enjoy the beauty of art and nature. The park and its partners continue the tradition of the Cornish Colony of artists. Unleash your creativity today. From West Lebanon, NH, (at Exit 20 of Interstate Rt 89) take Route 12A south for about 12 miles, Saint-Gaudens Road will be on the left. Proceed up Saint-Gaudens Road .5 miles. The parking lot will be on your right. From Windsor, Vermont, For passenger vehicles, take bridge Street cross the Connecticut River via the covered bridge. Caution: the bridge is closed to RVs, trucks and busses. At the end of the covered Bridge in New Hampshire, turn left. Saint Gaudens Road will be on you right in one mile. Visitor Center Located next to the statue of Abraham Lincoln, the Visitor Center provides information and restrooms to all visitors. Here you can watch the orientation film, browse the gift store, and learn about available public programs. Aspet, home of Augustus Saint-Gaudens Looking toward Aspet from the Pan Garden Built in 1817, Saint-Gaudens came here in 1885. He named it Aspet after the birthplace of his father in France. Interior of the Little Studio Interior of the Little Studio, Sculpture of Diana in foreground The Little Studio where Augustus Saint-Gaudens worked, exhibits some his well known works. The Shaw Memorial Visitors looking at the Shaw Memorial Visitors looking at the bronze cast of the Shaw Memorial, Saint-Gaudens' masterpiece. Formal Gardens View of the Formal Gardens The Formal Gardens remain much like they were in the artist's time. Twenty dollar gold coin, 1907 Obverse of the twenty dollar gold coin, 1907 The 20 dollar gold piece Saint-Gaudens designed, is considered the most beautiful American coin ever minted NETN Species Spotlight - Your Flowers, Shrubs, and Plants Native species - birds, insects, plants, etc - need our help. When planning your yard layout, consider adding some valuable native plants to the mix. 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Their most famous project together was the beautifully designed ten- and twenty-dollar gold coins. Along with the coins, Saint-Gaudens also designed Roosevelt’s 1905 Inaugural Medal. Twenty dollar gold coin obverse side Lady Liberty The Cornish Colony The Cornish Colony was a flourishing art community that arose around Augustus Saint-Gaudens as he lived in Cornish, NH. The group of painters, sculptors, writers, and other patrons of the arts are uniquely reflected in the collection of Saint-Gaudens National Historic Park. watercolor painting of Aspet Stick to the Flag: Saint-Gaudens’ Farragut Monument Saint-Gaudens’ memorial of Admiral David Farragut was unveiled in New York City’s Madison Square Park in 1881. This monument put into bronze the life and legacy of one the greatest naval war heroes of the Civil War as well as led to Saint-Gaudens’ rapid rise to fame. A bronze statue of a uniformed man stands on top of a bluestone pedestal The Process of Sculpture (in Limerick) Behold an artistic transition,/ The steps to complete each commission. gold-colored sculpture of man on a horse and angel The Robert Gould Shaw Memorial The individuality of the figures in the Shaw Memorial is one of the monument's most striking and affecting characteristics. This version is on display at the Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site near Cornish, New Hampshire. Photo of Memorial, with Shaw on horseback accompanying his 54th Massachusetts Infantry Resilient Forests Initiative - Managing Invasive Plants & Pests Park forests are threatened by invasive plants and pests. Strategically tackling invasive plants to protect park’s highest priority natural resources and planning around forest pests and pathogens are important actions in managing resilient forests. 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Learn more about this amazing trees species and how it has shaped cultures across the world. A white oak branch with acorns Intern and Fellow Highlights: Cristina Tejada You may have heard of cultural resources, but what exactly does this work entail and what type of work do interns and fellows do? Meet Cristina Tejada (she/her) who is the American Conservation Experience (ACE) Cultural Resources Diversity Intership Program (CRDIP), Curatorial and Education Assistant at Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park. Cristina in her ACE uniform in a park service booth outside ready to talk to visitors Species Spotlight - Flying Squirrels Tiny and cute, flying squirrels are efficient gliders with a few surprises tucked away under their furry sleeves. 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The Apple Trees at Aspet As Augustus Saint-Gaudens developed his home at Aspet, he found pleasure in the landscape through recreational activities, sculpting and shaping its built and natural features, and maintaining the rural character and function that defined the Cornish area. The apple trees at Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park reflect this history. The park has recently used DNA testing to identify varieties and grown grafts using samples from the remaining trees. white apples blossoms in evening light Blow-Me-Down Farm and the Country Place Era Between about 1870 and 1930, many wealthy families established rural estates including the Beaman family at Blow-Me-Down Farm. This article describes their attitudes towards the New Hampshire estate and the cultural attraction to rural life by many during this period. large red barn Species Spotlight - Black Bear Bears have endured a paradoxical reputation for centuries. 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A turtle supports the Earh on its back A Ranger Again Bob Widger is a registered nurse, outdoor enthusiast, husband, father, and grandfather, but being a park ranger has punctuated every chapter of his life. An ethos of service is constant for Widger - just like the pull of Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park. park ranger standing with bronze sculpture Inclusivity Through Art at Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park In late September 2021, rangers at Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park arrived for work and discovered that a marble memorial had been defaced the previous night with antisemitic symbols and words. Learn more about how park staff used art to overcome the hatred and come closer together as a community. a quilt hung on a wall Species Spotlight - Moose Moose have long been revered animal by native peoples. In recent decades it has been suffering from a combination of warming winters, parasitic brainworms, and winter ticks. 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