7. Art Omi, Ghent, NY
For a low-key experience that packs a big art punch visit the one-hundred-twenty-acre contemporary sculpture and architecture park Art Omi in the Hudson Valley. The huge, meandering landscape makes for long, peaceful walks through grassy hills and woodland. Be sure to have the map on hand since there are no paved walkways between the monumental works of art and architecture. Along with the large-scale works in nature, there is a 1,500-square-foot gallery. Not only does the park feature some of the best in modern sculpture, it includes innovative artistic architecture to ponder.
Art Omi is a super accommodating place. It is one of the few sculpture parks that allow dogs! Yes, that’s right, well-behaved and leashed pups are permitted to join you on the outside journey of sculpture discovery. Individuals with mobility impairments seeking to tour the park should call (518) 392-4747 to coordinate suitable arrangements. Two weeks’ notice of a visit is recommended. It is open in all weather, all year long (and that includes free cross-county groomed ski trails when weather permits).