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The Bush-Holley Historic Site is a National Historic Landmark located in the Cos Cob section of Greenwhich, Connecticut. The site was built in 1730 and has operated in various guises including a time when it was used as a boarding house in the late 19th century as well as a center for the Cos Cob Art Colony. The Bush-Holley Historic Site was operated and by the Historical Society of the Town of Greenwich. The site was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 and was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1991.

The biggest attraction for visitors of the Bush-Holley house is the original Bush-Holley House which was built in 1730 and has become the home of the first art colony in Connecticut. The historical home also served as a getaway for artists, editors and writers from the 1890 to the 1920. At the same time, the place also invited more students thanks to the presence of the leaders in American art including American impressionists John Henry Twachtman, Theodore Robinson, J. Alden Weir and Childe Hassam. Some of the works from these artists have become part of the permanent exhibits inside the historic home.

Visitors including kids can also try out the different children?s programs that are being offered by the Bush-Holley Historic Site. These programs will help educate children about the history of this Connecticut home together with new details regarding impressionist artworks and artists. Tours of the home will focus on two different time lines mainly the ?New Nation? and the ?Cos Cob Art Colony? era. Guests will visit a total of eight different rooms showcasing the different changes in the way of living.

The Bush-Holley House and museum gallery is open from Wednesday through Sunday 12 noon until 4 pm. Docent led tours happen from 1 to 3 in the afternoon. Admission rates for the museum are $10 for adults and $8 for senior citizens and students.
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