Andres
institute of art
New England’s largest outdoor sculpture park.
Open every day from dawn to dusk.
Donations keep the park open and free for all to visit.
106 Route 13, Brookline, New Hampshire
The International Bridges and Connections Sculpture Symposium at the Andres Institute of Art
September 13th – October 5th, 2025
2025 will mark the 25th Symposium Event!
There are now 104 sculptures on the hill from the Symposia. Visit the page to learn about the Andres Institute Sculpture Symposium and the 2025 event.
THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT
Thursday, September 25
Enjoy an evening of curated wine selections paired with custom plated bites.
Proceeds support the Andres Institute of Art and Symposium.
Impregnable by Ted Castro
The AIA Experience:
 “Great art picks up where nature ends“
– Marc Chagall
10+ Miles of trails over 140 acres
100+ Sculptures - representing 40+ countries
Self-guided hiking - docents available
Largest Outdoor Sculpture Park in New England
AIA Center open seasonally
Community, art and cultural events
Explore. Enjoy. Relax.
Art… naturally.
The Collection
Plan your visit
Ready to head out? Get all the information you need before you hit the road and be prepared for the adventure that awaits!
Attention all dogs – you are always welcome at the sculpture park! Please remember to keep your human on the other end of the leash and remember the AIA is a Carry In/Carry Out site.
Refer your human to the Plan Your Visit page for more information.
Support the vision…
This is mighty work! And you can play an important role in it!
The Andres Institute is a non-profit organization. We are in part supported by our visionary founder, Paul Andres, as well as by individual contributions. You can contribute to this amazing organization, expressing your value of the arts and your commitment to the natural beauty of our area. Become a member or donate & help us to hold this innovative vision to expand our creative work!
 Events at the Andres Institute
The Andres Institute of Art is not only a community of sculptors and art lovers, we are also the hub for the arts of all genre in our Southern New Hampshire community. Check back often and see what we have in store!
Trail Map Updated
This September saw the return of the AIA International Sculpture Symposium. Three visiting artists created new works which have been installed on the trails. Use the button on the homepage or this link to view and print the new map. You can see photos of the new...
Fall Iron Melt – October 2022
Order your mold now for the Fall Iron Melt. Molds will be available for pick up during the Symposium with pick up and return to the Welcome Center by Saturday, October 15th. Get creative! Your order buys a mold, carving tool and instructions. Carve the mold and return...
Mark Favermann Joins the AIA Board of Directors
Mark Favermann is a formidable leader in the arts. He brings a wealth of experience in design and public art, is a creative force behind the experience of national and international sports events, and award-winning projects for cities and towns. Also, a prolific...
AIA Wins an NHBCA Top Award
The Andres Institute of Art was awarded the Northeast Delta Dental Artsbuild Community Award at the 38th Annual NH Business Community for the Arts Awards Gala in May. The Award was presented by Delta Dental President and CEO Tom Raffio. In presenting the award, Raffio...
Spring Iron Melt – Date Change – Pick up molds June 2 & 4
The molds have been purchased, carved and returned. On May 28th volunteers will bring the molds to the Green Foundry in Eliot, ME to be poured with molten iron. They will be cleaned and the rough edges removed by volunteers. The finished projects will be ready to be...
Walk for Peace in Ukraine at AIA
Saturday, June 18 9-12 noon. The Mariposa Museum in Peterborough and Andres Institute of Art invite you to walk for peace in Ukraine at Andre's Institute. Renowned cellist Eugene Friesen, formerly of Paul Winter Consort, will play. Walkers may choose the trail of...
Spring Iron Melt – Get your molds April 21-30
Get creative! Your order buys a mold, carving tool and instructions. Carve the mold and return it to the AIA. It will be poured with molten iron and the finished product, a 6" x 6" iron tile, will be returned to you. Get an annual membership and save on your Iron Melt...
Volunteers Needed for dates in March – May
The Spring Iron Melt is almost here. We need volunteers to help make the sand molds to be carved - the dates are on Saturdays 3/26, 4/2 and 4/9 from 10-2 at the Studio. Then, we need volunteers to pass out the molds, receive the molds and then to return the cast iron...
The Thaw has Begun!
The days are getting longer and people are venturing out into the park again. The pavement is (usually) walkable - watch for ice! There are several works viewable right from the pavement and it feels so good to be outside again without freezing! On the warmer days...
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It takes a village to bring sculptures into the world, and we are always grateful for folks that are ready to pitch in! Any help you are able to give could not be appreciated more!
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106 Route 13, Brookline, NH 03033
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Andres Institute of Art, PO Box 226, Brookline, NH 03033-0226