The Thomas Cole National Historic Site in Catskill, NY, is dedicated to showcasing the life and work of Thomas Cole, the founder of the Hudson River School of American landscape painting. The site preserves Cole's home and studios, offering visitors tours, exhibitions of historic and contemporary art, and educational programs. Its mission is to promote Cole's art and vision, inspiring an enduring national identity through landscape painting and fostering an appreciation for art and nature. The site also features gardens, grounds with mountain views, and connects to Olana State Historic Site via the Hudson River Skywalk.