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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, Sculpture of Diana in foreground

The Little Studio where Augustus Saint-Gaudens worked, exhibits some his well known works.

Visitors looking at the bronze cast of the Shaw Memorial, Saint-Gaudens' masterpiece.

The Formal Gardens remain much like they were in the artist's time.

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

Physical Address:

139 Saint Gaudens Road

Cornish, NH 03745

Mailing Address:

139 Saint Gaudens Road

Cornish, NH 03745

contact-details

Phone Number: 603-675-2175 Voice

Email Address: saga_interpretation@nps.gov
Description:

Fees

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Per Person: $10.00

Entrance fee to park grounds for people aged 16 and over. Kids aged 15 and younger are free. Valid for seven days. Fees collected 9am-4pm.

Entrance Passes

Annual Entrance - Park: $40.00

Valid for cardholder and up to three others when cardholder is present.

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.

park designation:National Historical Park

Directions:

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.

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Directions

Operating Hours:

Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park .

The visitor center, restrooms, galleries, and historic buildings are closed from November 1 to Memorial Day weekend. Grounds and trails are open during daylight hours. Use caution as walkways, trails, and grounds are not maintained outside of visitor season and may be icy, snow-covered, or even. Park buildings are open 9am-4:30pm daily from Memorial Day weekend to October 31.

Weather Information:

The upper Connecticut River valley is located in a temperate climate. While some summer days may be hot and humid, the average summer temperature ranges in the 70s and lower 80s. Temperatures in the fall are normally in the upper 60s, with evenings dropping into the upper 40s and lower 50s. Winters can be cold with daily temperatures usually in the 20s and occasionally dropping to below zero. Snow may be heavy from mid December through March.