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Posted on September 2nd, 2020

Art Omi is located in Ghent, Columbia County, NY

Art Omi is located in Ghent, Columbia County, NY

Art Omi is a 120 acre Sculpture & Architecture Park in Columbia County, NY which offers hiking trails and outside art exhibits.  It is free to the public and open from dusk to dawn.  Parking is limited, so they ask if the parking lot is full please come back another time.

Art Omi is a non-profit arts organization located in Ghent, Columbia County, New York. It was founded in 1991 by Francis Greenburger, a philanthropist and art collector, with the aim of fostering artistic exchange and experimentation. Art Omi offers a variety of programs and facilities for artists, writers, musicians, and dancers from around the world.

The Art Omi campus covers over 120 acres of rolling fields, wetlands, and forests. It includes a sculpture park, several residency buildings, and an exhibition space. The sculpture park features over 60 contemporary sculptures by artists from around the world. The residency buildings provide living and working space for artists in various disciplines. The exhibition space hosts art shows, performances, and other events throughout the year.

Art Omi also offers a variety of programs and events for the local community, including workshops, lectures, and concerts. The organization is committed to promoting cultural exchange and diversity, and hosts artists from a wide range of backgrounds and countries. Art Omi has become a prominent cultural institution in Columbia County and the surrounding region, attracting visitors and artists from around the world.



Link: Art Omi Website
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