Hill-Stead Museum, the 1901 Colonial Revival-style house designed by pioneering female architect Theodate Pope Riddle, is home to a magnificent
collection of Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Degas, Manet, Whistler and Cassatt; captivating Japanese woodblock prints; and superb decorative arts—all in an intimate family setting.
Explore woodland trails throughout the scenic 152-acre estate or simply unwind in the beautiful Beatrix Farrand-designed Sunken Garden—home of the nationally acclaimed
Sunken Garden Poetry Festival. Throughout the year, Hill-Stead Museum offers family programs, children's activities, and seasonal celebrations. Check our
Calendar for upcoming events.
Mission Statement
Hill-Stead Museum, a National Historic Landmark, serving diverse audiences throughout the United States and around the world, as a welcoming place for learning, reflection and enjoyment. The museum develops, preserves, documents, displays and interprets its exceptional Impressionist paintings, 1901 historic house and 152-acre landscape for the benefit of present and future generations.