Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum

Opus 40 Sculpture Park & Museum, located in Saugerties, NY, is one of the largest and most captivating works of art in North America. Created over 37 years by artist and professor Harvey Fite, Opus 40 is a nonprofit organization that encompasses 63 acres of meadows, historic quarrying trails, and bluestone quarries, with a focus on its 6.5 acres of earthwork sculpture. Fite meticulously hand-sculpted Opus 40 using bluestone harvested on site, incorporating techniques inspired by ancient Mayan and Aztec stonework, resulting in a unique fusion of local quarrying heritage and international artistic influences.

Surrounded by the beauty of the surrounding woods and mountains, Opus 40 seamlessly integrates with the local ecosystem, making it a truly remarkable Natural Historic Register site. In addition to the main sculpture, visitors can explore an artisanal studio home built by Fite in the late 1930s, as well as a collection of freestanding bluestone sculptures and fountains. Whether for day visits, guided tours, classes and workshops, or live performances, Opus 40 offers a vibrant and immersive experience for art enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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