If you are looking for a place to get away for the day, consider a trip to the Storm King Art Center. From previous articles, you know that I am a huge fan of Storm King, and given the realities of our current situation, it is hard to beat. The Art Center is operating as an outdoor-only experience with a few very sensible changes to their standard procedures.
Located in the Hudson Valley town of Cornwall which is just north of Woodbury Commons, Storm King Art Center is considered to be one of the world’s leading sculpture parks. There are more than 100 sculptures arrayed over 500 acres of fields, grasses, hills, and woods. It is a spectacular setting and one in which you can easily remain far – well more than six feet – from anyone else on the grounds.
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Storm King’s dramatic landscape includes farmed fields, natural woodlands, lawns, native grasses, wetlands, and water. The inherent beauty of the region is constantly on view in the surrounding hills and meadows as you walk the paths viewing art installations that range in size from small to staggeringly huge in a variety of media. Every piece has been situated on the site with careful consideration given to both its immediate surroundings and distant views.
The collection includes works by some of the world’s top artists such as Louise Bourgeois, Alexander Calder, Sol Lewitt, Roy Lichtenstein, Maya Lin, Henry Moore, Louise Nevelson, Barnett Newman, Isamu Noguchi, and Richard Serra. Any day is a good time to visit and visit more than once as each season offers a new and different perspective on these amazing artworks.
Storm King Art Center is open Wednesday–Monday (closed Tuesdays), 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. regardless of the weather. Per vehicle pricing is in effect, and timed-entry tickets must be purchased online in advance.
timed-entry tickets must be purchased online in advance. Entry times are available from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily, and visitors must arrive onsite during the hour indicated on their ticket.
Upon arrival, there is contactless ticket processing (scanning) through closed car windows after which you are directed to the parking area. Regardless of entry time, visitors can choose to remain onsite until closing.
Further information is available on the Storm King Art Center website at www.stormking.org.
WHERE TO EAT
The Outdoor Café remains closed, but boxed lunches, snacks, and drinks (including beer and wine) can be ordered online at least 24 hours in advance of your visit. Or pack lunch and find a beautiful spot on the grounds to enjoy a picnic. At minimum, be sure to bring water, a few snacks and appropriate sun or weather protection. Restrooms and porta-johns are available.
If you want to do some additional exploring, neighboring Hudson Valley towns such as Beacon, Croton-on Hudson, Newburgh and Cornwall have delis, cafes and restaurants open for take-out and/or outdoor dining. Check out Hudson Valley Magazine at www.hvmag.com for details.