Join the Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, for this easy walk with Valerie Balint through the various designed landscapes, including the house environs, formal gardens, and woodland walks at Chesterwood. This was the summer home, studio, and gardens of America ’s acclaimed sculptor of public monuments, Daniel Chester French, who created 100+ public sculptures. See the design features created by French while living here and place his efforts in the greater context of artist-designed landscapes throughout the country. Participants will go into the studio for a short introduction to this building and how both it and the house relate to the landscape. NOTE – this event does not include a formal tour of the studio or house interiors. An inside tour, for a fee, can be arranged for after the free Heritage Walk. 2 hours–3.5 miles

As space is limited, Registration is Required–email–vbalint@savingplaces.org

From Stockbridge center, drive west on Rt 102, turn left on Rt 183. 1/4 mile past the Norman Rockwell Museum, turn right onto Mohawk Lake Road, then left onto Willow St., which becomes Williamsville Rd., just before reaching Chesterwood. Meet at the Barn Gallery. GPS 42.33915, -73.28927