Hyde Hall & Fenimore Art Museum
DAY TRIP
Hyde Hall & the Fenimore Art Museum
Cooperstown, New York
Thursday, June 6, 2013
Join Hyde members and friends for a day of historic, gustatory, and aesthetic pleasures. Begin with a tour of Hyde Hall, an architectural gem listed on the National Register of Historic Places; observe the ongoing process of restoration and learn about the fascinating history of the house. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the elegant Otesaga Hotel overlooking the shores of Glimmerglass.
Spend the afternoon at the Fenimore Art Museum exploring its notable exhibitions and galleries. By special arrangement, Paul D’Ambrosio, director of the museum, will present a gallery talk introducing an exhibition of works by members of the Wyeth family, including not only Andrew, his father N. C, and his son Jamie, but his sisters Carolyn and Henriette. The exhibition includes Andrew Wyeth’s watercolor, The Ledge and the Island (1937), purchased by Charlotte Hyde in 1948 and on loan from The Hyde Collection. At your leisure, browse through other exhibitions from the permanent collection, investigate the gift shop, or wander about the lovely grounds of Fenimore House.
Please note: Areas of Hyde Hall are not accessible to wheelchairs and those who have difficulty climbing stairs.
Depart I-87: Exit 19 at 7:30 am, Exit 15 at 8 am, exit 8 at 8:30 am
Return I-87: Approximately 6 pm, 6:30 pm, 7 pm respectively
Cost per person: Hyde members $112; all others $137. Includes group transportation, admissions and tours, luncheon, and driver’s gratuity. Reservations open to non-members beginning April 25, 2013. All reservations must be received by May 23, 2013.
Image: Courtesy of the Fenimore Art Museum.
