This 45-minute guided tour provides an introduction to Frederic Church’s home at Olana. Approach and enter the historic House as guests of the Church family did, experiencing sweeping views of the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains. Explore the art-filled, lavishly decorated public rooms of the first floor, including Church’s painting studio and learn about the work and life of America’s preeminent landscape artist. This tour is fully ADA accessible. For a complete Olana experience, pair this tour with a guided walking or electric vehicle tour of the artist-designed landscape at Olana. Be sure to leave at least 30 minutes in between tours.

Harness your powers of observation and join a series of special ‘close looking’ conversations. During 45-minute guided dialogues, learn more about two to three works of art from Olana's collection through visual analysis, personal reflection, and historical information. Discover how slowing down and focusing attention can foster deep connections with works of art, artists, and ourselves. No prior knowledge of art is required. Second floor galleries require several flights of stairs and are not ADA accessible. Seating will be provided.