Visit

A visit to Chesterwood takes you into the environment that inspired one of America’s greatest artists. You’ll see the same view of Monument Mountain that convinced Daniel Chester French to spend thirty summers here, the Studio where he worked, the gardens and woods that gave him peace, and the home where he lived with his family. Today, you will also be able to explore an in-depth exhibit of his life and his most famous sculptures, participate in a wide range of events and activities, including educational programs and the annual Contemporary Sculpture at Chesterwood show, and shop for unique gifts. If you really fall in love with Chesterwood (and we guarantee you will!), consider an overnight stay in the Meadowlark (French’s personal retreat and studio) or rent the site for your wedding or special event.

Visitor Information

Open May 29 - October 11, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily

Includes the Studio, residence, gardens, exhibit gallery, hands-on art activities for kids, museum shop, picnic area and walking trails

Some of the site is accessible to persons with limited mobility

Admission

Free Admission

Friends of Chesterwood
Residents of Stockbridge

Rates

Adult admission: $15 per person
Free for children 17 and under, sponsored by grants from local businesses, including Legacy Banks and Berkshire Bank

Special Admission Programs

American Icons discount ticket program: Chesterwood, Norman Rockwell Museum, Hancock Shaker Village and The Mount have joined together for a special discount admission program. Buy admission tickets for any 2, 3 or 4 of these museums over five days for $28, $38 or $48, respectively. These combination discount tickets are sold at all four locations.

Tours

Self-guided tours of the Studio, residence and gardens. Stationary interpreters in the Studio and residence are available to answer your questions.
Private guided tours for groups (additional fee): Please call (413) 298-3579, exte. 25210, for details and reservations. Private guided tours are available beginning May 1 through October 31.

Directions

Chesterwood is located at 4 Williamsville Road, Stockbridge, MA 01262.

Chesterwood is just off Route 183 in the Glendale section of Stockbridge.

From Stockbridge, travel west on Route 102. Turn left or south on Route 183. Approximately 1/4 of a mile past the Norman Rockwell Museum, turn right onto Mohawk Lake Road and then left onto Willow Street, which becomes Williamsville Road, an unpaved road just before Chesterwood. Chesterwood will be on your right.

(Note: Google maps and some GPS systems’ directions are incorrect and will lead you to unpaved, country roads. Please follow these directions instead.)