Bush-Holley House: A Glimpse into American History and Art
Explore American history and art at the Bush-Holley House, a National Historic Landmark in Cos Cob, Connecticut. Guided tours and exhibitions await!
The Bush-Holley House, a National Historic Landmark in Cos Cob, CT, offers a unique glimpse into two distinct eras: the New Nation period (1790-1825) and the Cos Cob Art Colony (1890-1920). Tour the house and explore the lives of the Bush and Holley families, as well as the American Impressionist artists who gathered here.
A brief summary to Bush-Holley House
- 47 Strickland Rd, Cos Cob, Cos Cob, Connecticut, 06807, US
- +1203-869-6899
- Visit website
- Wednesday 12 pm-4 pm
- Thursday 12 pm-4 pm
- Friday 12 pm-4 pm
- Saturday 12 pm-4 pm
- Sunday 12 pm-4 pm
Local tips
- Check the Greenwich Historical Society's website for special events, exhibitions, and programs before your visit.
- Tours are offered Wednesday through Sunday, but it's best to reserve your spot in advance.
- Admission is free on the first Wednesday of every month.
- Explore the surrounding gardens for a peaceful retreat after your tour.
Getting There
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Walking
If you are in Cos Cob, the Bush-Holley House is accessible by foot. From the center of Cos Cob, head north on E Putnam Ave/US-1. Turn left onto Strickland Road. Continue straight, and the Bush-Holley House will be on your left at 47 Strickland Rd. The walk is approximately 0.5 miles from the center of Cos Cob. No cost.
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Public Transport
To reach the Bush-Holley House via public transport, take the Metro-North Railroad to the Cos Cob station. From the Cos Cob station, walk northeast on E Putnam Ave/US-1 S for about 0.5 miles. Turn left onto Strickland Rd, and you will arrive at Bush-Holley House. A one-way train ticket typically costs around $10-15.
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Car
If driving, take I-95 to Exit 4 for Cos Cob. If southbound, make an immediate right U-turn onto Sound Shore Drive. If northbound, make a left over I-95 and an immediate right onto Sound Shore Drive. Follow to the end and turn right onto Strickland Road. The parking lot will be on the left under the I-95 overpass. Parking is free.
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