The Hermitage
Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey
201-445-8078
thehermitage.org
The Hermitage is a 14-room Gothic Revival house museum and National Historic Landmark. With stories of industry, intrigue, and reinvention, the house reflects the ever-evolving cultural landscape of the United States. In the time of the Revolutionary War, while home to Theodosia Prevost, George Washington and his troops stayed at the commodious Hermitage. Among the other notable visitors, one was Aaron Burr, who later married Theodosia in the house’s dining room. In 1807, the first of four generations of the Rosencrantz family settled in. In 1847, architect William Ranlett transformed the residence into the remarkable Gothic Revival landmark seen today.
Over the decades, the family operated a cotton warp mill, opened a charming tea room, and explored many leisurely pursuits. The museum is interpreted in the Victorian period, inviting visitors to explore the home and lives of the Rosencrantz family through exhibitions of clothing, personal belongings, and everyday ephemera.
Santa Fe, New Mexico
505-982-4636
wheelwright.org
The Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian Honors Native Voices through Art and is known for its commitment to showcasing the rich traditions of contemporary Native American arts and the study of Native jewelry traditions of the Southwest. From the ancient lapidary tradition to the historic gold filigree work found in Pueblo communities, from traditional Navajo silversmithing to the sleekness of contemporary work, the permanent gallery shows 700 artworks that
provide endless wonder and inspiration. Overlooking the Sangre de Cristo mountains, the Wheelwright Museum opened to the public in 1938. The main building is an architectural landmark inspired by the Diné hogan, a traditional dwelling and ceremonial structure.
The John Hay Estate at The Fells
Newbury, New Hampshire
603-763-4789
thefells.org
The John Hay Estate at The Fells on Lake Sunapee is one of New England’s Finest Early 20th-Century Summer Estates. Discover 83.5 acres of beauty and tranquility; learn the legacy of diplomat and statesman John Milton Hay; tour the 22-room Colonial Revival home; explore the forests, walk the woodland trails; and enjoy the renowned gardens. The Fells is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a preservation project of The Garden Conservancy. Our Mission is to welcome people of all ages, making each visit an enriching experience with opportunities to explore and learn from our natural lakeside setting, our renowned historic buildings and gardens, and the historic achievements
of three generations of Hay family visionaries.
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