History of deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum

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Learn about the history and contemporary art of deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum located on the former estate of Julian de Cordova (1851-1945), tea broker, merchant, and president of the Union Glass Company, Somerville. Tour includes selections from the 30-acre Sculpture Park and the indoor exhibitions.

Presented by the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum in partnership with Freedom's Way Hidden Treasures 2016.

About Freedom's Way Hidden Treasures 2016

A region-wide celebration of the natural, cultural and historic “treasures” located within the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area, Hidden Treasures 2016 features a unique variety of regional treasures to explore during eight days of creative, community organized and presented activities offered free of charge.

Discover exciting and unexpected stories and places “hidden in plain sight” within the heritage area’s 45 communities.

Explore the region’s landscape, public monuments, historic buildings, cultural and natural features, objects and documents held in public collections.

Learn about the visionaries and experimenters who, since before the founding of the nation, lived within the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area creating new ideas about relationships to society and the natural world.

Connect with the shared stories and places that are part of your own and neighboring communities.  

Find your place in the heritage area!