Chesterwood Museum, Massachusetts, United States
4.5 (226 reviews) Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #6 in Berkshires Historic Sites • Art Museums
All things French
Summer home, studio and gardens of America's foremost sculptor, Daniel Chester French (1850-1931), creator of the "Minuteman" (Concord, MA) and the Abraham Lincoln at the Lincoln Memorial (Washington DC). Explore the historic artist's studio and gardens, and stroll through the woodland walks and annual contemporary sculpture show. Open May through October, Thursday - Monday, 10am to 5pm. Check website for details on guided tours and special events.
Address
4 Williamsville Rd, Stockbridge, MA 01262
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Website
http://chesterwood.org/
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5Chris H 5:00 PM Aug 30, 2022
Amazing location to view the work of the Lincoln statue in the Lincoln Memorial
Nothing terribly fancy here but a lovely location. If you have the slightest interest in the Daniel Chester French, the sculpture who did the Patriot and the statue of Lincoln in the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC, this is worth a trip. In August there was an outdoor exhibition of sculpture and I believe that is usually the case during summer months.
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5wardgarner 5:00 PM May 25, 2022
Learn about the Sculptor of the Lincoln Memorial
We had never heard of Chesterwood or its famous sculptor, Daniel French. But we had heard of The Lincoln Memorial! So when we read about this place, we thought we really ought to visit. And our visit did not disappoint. Do take a tour as it will help you understand more about Mr. French. You will see the different prototypes he used as he started his design for the Lincoln Memorial. Of course he designed hundreds of other things including the Minutman Memorial. You will be impressed with his studio.
