About the Andres Institute of Art

Andres Institute of Art founder is Paul Andres, engineer and innovator.

Its director, John M. Weidman, is an internationally renowned sculptor.

At Andres Institute of Art, we bring art to our community by making the experience of art an everyday relationship. Our purpose is to underline the interface of nature and culture in order to bring the visitor into a closer, and perhaps more comfortable relationship with the works of art. Both the location and the environment of Andres Institute give us the opportunity to continue to build a place in which individuals may experience art and nature in tandem.  By placing sculpture within nature's framework of trees, boulders, critters and mushrooms, viewers are free to consider the undercurrents of the inherently beautiful art form nature has to offer along with each piece of art work. The untouched quality of the Institute's 140 acres furthers the experience of a personal connection with Nature. The grounds at Andres Institute of Art are open to the public year round -free of charge- and we encourage you to come and enjoy the well-marked trails. Maps are located at the trailhead behind parking lot of Big Bear Lodge.

This is mighty work!

And you can play an important role in it!

The Institute is a nonprofit 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. Help us to hold this innovative vision and to expand our creative work!

We invite you to consider the many ways

in  which you can support the vision….

  Financial donations of any amount are gratefully received and wisely managed. Volunteer service in maintaining our trails and leading tours is always appreciated.  Service organizations or committed individuals are encouraged to consider “adopting a sculpture” for a year by agreeing to maintain the physical site and sculpture of their choice.

We Welcome Your Participation!

If you have questions on ways to engage or suggestions for   new programming at the Institute, we welcome the conversation!

Contact us at:
Andres Institute of Art
PO Box 226, 98 Rte 13
Brookline, New Hampshire 03033
603 673-8441
info@andresinstitute.org