The 145-acre property that now houses the museum once belonged to William Cullen Bryant: a poet, lawyer, conservationist, and known patron of the arts. His home, adjacent to what is now the museum, served as an intellectual and cultural hub for some of the greatest minds of the mid to late 19th century.

While inside you can see beautiful and well-curated works from a variety of artists, the museum is also popular for its expansive and lush grounds. It's easy to spend an entire afternoon wandering around the sculpture garden and various hiking trails!