Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park

Things To Do Near Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park

While not well-known to many, Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park is a must-see for artists and history buffs. If you visit this unique and informative historical park, you will have the chance to see an exceptional collection of sculptures and other artwork housed in a beautifully preserved house and landscaped gardens. The central location of the park is also convenient to many natural and urban settings in New Hampshire and the surrounding New England states.

Hiking Trails

• Ravine Trail

  The Ravine trail is an in-and-out trail that is located in the Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park. The trailhead is at the Ravine Studio and terminates at the Temple. The beginning is a steep slope that then levels out and follows along the Blow-Me-Down Brook. There is a swimming hole at the end of the trail. 

  Location

  Ravine Studio, Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park

  Length

  0.25 miles

  Intensity

  Easy

• The Blow-Me-Down Trail

  The Blow-Me-Down Trail is a loop trail located in Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park, Cornish, NH. The trail is a loop trail that begins at the field past the Temple. The trail travels to the Blow-Me-Down Mill at the lower end of the park, and it has a boardwalk at the end of the trail. The trail ends at the millpond.

  Location

  The Temple, Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park

  Length

  2 miles

  Intensity

  Moderate

Sightseeing

• Kancamagus Highway

  Kancamagus Highway is a scenic route that travels over the ridge of the White Mountains on NH Route 112. The road travels from Conway in the east to Lincoln in the west and offers beautiful views from the road and various pullouts. You can also access many attractions from the road. The Conway end of the route contains a covered bridge, the Lower Falls waterfalls, and the Rocky Gorge waterfalls. The falls have swimming and picnic areas. The Lincoln end of the route offers access to a rock formation of boulders, a nature trail, and the Loon Mountain ski resort. 

  Location

  NH Route 112 between Lincoln, NH, and Conway, NH

• Mount Washington and the Cog Railway

  On a clear day, visitors can see the states of New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, New York, and Massachusetts from Mount Washington. The peaks of Mount Washington are the highest in the Northern Appalachian Mountains and reach an elevation of more than 6,000 feet. Since 1869, the Cog Railway has been carrying people up to the summit. The visitor's center at the summit contains a cafeteria, a small museum, and the Mount Washington Observatory, which monitors the weather. There are also several hiking trails.

  Location

  3168 Base Station Road, Marshfield Station

Museums

• The Old Constitution House

  As the birthplace of the Vermont Republic, the Old Constitution House is an 18th-century Georgian house that was owned by Elijah West at the time of the signing of the Constitution. It is a Vermont State Historic Site and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The building has been restored as a tavern with various period rooms. Furnishings and other objects include donations from the Daughters of the American Revolution and from descendants of the delegates.

  Location

  16 Main St, Windsor, VT 05089

• American Precision Museum

  The American Precision Museum is located in the renovated Robbins & Lawrence factory in Windsor, VT. The factory is one of the first in the U.S. that began using interchangeable parts in making precision machine tools. The building is a National Historic Landmark and International Heritage Site, and the collection is listed as an International Heritage Collection. Visitors will see fine examples of rifles, typewriters, and sewing machines. There are also archival records and photographs of the early years of precision manufacturing.

  Location

  96 Main St, Windsor, VT 05089

Nearby Shops and Restaurants

• Neal's Restaurant and Bar

  You can always find a great meal at Neal's Restaurant and Bar. This casual restaurant and bar specializes in BBQ and American cuisine. Fan favorites include the pulled pork sandwich, surf and turf cheesesteak sandwich, lobster bisque, ribs, brisket, fried chicken, zucchini fries, and maple Szechuan chicken wings.

  Location

  2588 VT-103, Proctorsville, VT 05153

• Windsor Station

  Windsor Station is located in an old train station with old train decor. You can even watch the freight trains go by. The food is as good as the ambiance, with signature dishes that include fried mozzarella, Caesar salad, ginger carrot soup, blackened salmon, chicken piccata, fried haddock, burgers, and more. 

  Location

  26 Depot Ave Windsor, VT 05089

• Rockledge Farm Woodworks

  If you are looking for locally produced hardwood furniture, then you should visit Rockledge Farm Woodworks. This furniture design store crafts custom furniture at their 19th-century farm and uses sustainably harvested and locally sourced Vermont and Northern New England woods. Their furniture is made from curly maple, birdseye maple, black walnut, cherry, oak, and other native hardwoods. Their gallery features unique furniture and artisan gifts that include bowls, handcrafted utensils, cutting, and serving boards, and more. 

  Location

  58 Ascutney Basin Road, Weathersfield, VT 05062

• M.J. Harrington Jewelers

  M.J. Harrington Jewelers is a locally owned and operated jewelry establishment that has been in business for over 70 years. They are a family-owned business that specializes in custom jewelry design and they have several on-site jewelers.

  Location

  53 University Ave Newark, NJ 07102

How To Get To Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park

From Boston, follow I-93 N and I-89 N to NH-12A S/S Main St/N Plainfield Rd in Lebanon. Take exit 20 from I-89 N toward Claremont. Continue on NH-12A to St. Gaudens Rd in Cornish. 

From New York City, take NY-9A N/12th Ave and continue on NY-9A N. Keep left and follow signs for H Hudson Pkwy/Bronx. Take I-91 N to VT-131 E in Weathersfield. Continue on to St. Gaudens Rd in Cornish, NH.

Address

139 St Gaudens Rd, Cornish, NH 03745

Fee: Entry fee $0

Augustus Saint-Gaudens designed more than 150 works of art during his lifetime. When you visit the Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park, you will gain an appreciation of both the sculptor and these sculptures that showcase the style of the late 19th century. Using an RV in New Hampshire will allow you to easily visit other areas as well in the New England region.