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.
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!
2023 AIA Calendar now available!
There is a very limited run of AIA 2023 calendars available. Buy one now before they are gone! All year long you can enjoy the works on the trails with reminders for the major events such as the Iron Melt fundraisers and the 2023 Symposium. Use the Store tab at the...
AIA Store now OPEN!
Now you can shop online for AIA t-shirts and vinyl stickers with all proceeds going to support the art, programs and natural beauty of the Andres Institute of Art! Use the STORE tab in the menu at the of the page, or this link. Spread the word about the unique...
#GivingTuesday for AIA
#GivingTuesday is about ordinary people coming together to do extraordinary things. This year, as you consider your annual giving, please keep the Andres Institute of Art in mind. We are funded 100% by donations. The park is open daily, 100% free to visitors! This...
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...
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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