Set amidst 2,200 bucolic acres in the Laurel Highlands of southwestern Pennsylvania, The Hardy Family Art Collection transforms Nemacolin into a living art museum set within breathtaking natural beauty. Since the early 1980s, the Hardy family — owners of this private four-season resort — have continuously expanded their collection, curating a dynamic assembly of more than 1,000 fine paintings, sculptures, antiques, glassworks, cars, planes, and historical artifacts. While certain pieces are privately held with the family, a significant portion of the collection is displayed throughout Nemacolin for guests and members to enjoy.

In no particluar order, discover the resort’s top 10 art pieces, experience one of the guided art tours at Nemacolin, or explore the outstanding Nemacolin galleries at one of the most distinctive cultural destinations in Pennsylvania.

Top Artwork at Nemacolin

Collected from galleries around the world, the Nemacolin art collection reflects the Hardy family’s passions, interests, and travels, resulting in a unique, highly personal assemblage that ranges from 19th-century treasures to contemporary gems. Explore these ten masterpieces from the Hardy Family Art Collection on display at Nemacolin, or curate your own must-see list by delving into the Nemacolin art brochure.

Little Bird 
Fernando Botero

The Hardy Family Art Collection proudly houses several works from Fernando Botero, who is considered one of the most recognized living artists from Latin America. Botero’s distinctive painting style, characterized by oversized, voluptuous figures and exaggerated still lifes, evolved into monumental bronze sculptures in the 1970s. His iconic and whimsically large Little Bird, one of the top artworks at Nemacolin, can be found outside The Chateau. Explore a bit further, and you will find another Botero sculpture on the patio outside the Grand Ballroom.

Jane Avril
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, a pivotal figure of the Post-Impressionist movement, is renowned for vividly capturing the energy of fin-de-siècle Parisian nightlife. Emblematic of Toulouse-Lautrec’s signature style, this masterwork commissioned of Montmartre performer Jane Avril is marked by radical perspective shifts, flattened forms, and flowing lines, and is executed through a multi-stone lithographic process. In addition to Jane Avril, the Hardy Family Art Collection has five other original Toulouse-Lautrec lithographs, all displayed within The Chateau’s magnificent fine dining restaurant, Lautrec.

La Lune et les Fesses 
Alexander Calder

Alexander Calder’s kinetic sculptures are among the earliest works to challenge the traditional notion of art as a static object. In his iconic mobiles, such as La Lune et les Fesses, Calder meticulously cut sheet metal into various shapes and linked them together in a delicate, chain-like system, allowing the flat metal elements to shift and sway with the movement of air. Several original gouaches on paper works from the American sculptor are also part of the Nemacolin art collection.

After the Prom
Norman Rockwell

A prolific and widely beloved illustrator, Norman Rockwell created more than Saturday Evening Post covers, crafting vivid depictions of mid-20th-century America that ranged from sentimental to socially poignant. His 1957 cover After the Prom, which captures the innocence and excitement of young love, is one of the top artworks at Nemacolin, and remains one of Rockwell’s most cherished works.

Charlie Parker 
Edward Dwight, Jr.

Selected by President John F. Kennedy to become the first African American astronaut candidate, Edward Dwight, Jr. found a second career as a hugely successful artist creating large-scale memorials and public art projects that depict African American history. Nemacolin is home to twelve of his sculptures, including Charlie Parker from Dwight’s Jazz: An American Art Form series in bronze.

Psychogeography 44
Dustin Yellin

American contemporary artist Dustin Yellin creates mesmerizing, multi-layered sculptures that he describes as works of “frozen cinema.” Psychogeography #44 is part of Yellin’s acclaimed Psychogeographies series, where layers of imagery trace cultural, industrial, and scientific references across 28 meticulously arranged glass panels. Step back, and the collage resolves into a human form; move closer, and new discoveries emerge from every angle, revealing an endless depth of detail and meaning.

Tiffany Lamps
Louis Comfort Tiffany

A visionary of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Louis Comfort Tiffany was one of America’s most prolific and influential designers, shaping the Art Nouveau movement with his innovative approach to glassmaking. Nemacolin proudly displays numerous Tiffany masterpieces, including more than a dozen of his now-iconic lamps — featuring his beloved Wisteria and Dragonfly designs — currently found on display at the Falling Rock boutique hotel. In the atrium of The Grand Lodge, you’ll find a stunning stained-glass skylight arbor, with the the Wisteria Window Triptych nearby. It’s a striking example of Tiffany’s ability to “paint” with glass. Look closely and you’ll see marvelous rainbow glass helping to create the mirage and perspective.

He Is, They Are
Glenna Goodacre

One of the few women to create large public monuments, Glenna Goodacre is best known for her Vietnam Women’s Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, the Irish Famine Memorial in Philadelphia, and the design of the Sacagawea dollar coin. Her powerful sculpture He Is, They Are portrays the struggles of Native Americans, with the figure’s hands symbolically “tied” behind his back. Another favorite for photos and selfies is The Old Man and His Dog. This piece proves that the enjoyment and interaction with art is a delight for all ages.

Birds of America
John James Audubon

In 1819, with nothing more than a gun, artist’s materials, and a young assistant, John James Audubon embarked on an ambitious journey to document America’s birdlife. The result was Birds of America, a monumental collection of 435 life-size, vividly detailed watercolors. Today, it remains the definitive masterpiece of wildlife illustration, setting the standard for ornithological art. Recently restored, these incredible books are available for viewing with an advance appointment.

Violet Mystique Chandelier
Dale Chihuly

As an artist whose first training was in design and architecture, Dale Chihuly’s approach to each installation is to first ask: How will the artwork interact with the space? From color, to scale, to translucency, to form, he evaluates each aspect of the artwork against the purpose, lighting, and energy of the space. Chihuly’s chandeliers, he feels, are an especially compelling way to create a conversation between a room and the artwork defining it. Found in the smoking lounge of Nightcap, hundreds of blown pieces have been put together to form the magnificence of this custom-curated chandelier. It’s a striking, gravity-defying encounter with color, light, and form, and the hues and depth vary with the morning’s light and the evening’s delight.

Art Tours at Nemacolin

Embark on one of the outstanding guided art tours at Nemacolin for an immersive exploration of one of the country’s premier luxury art resorts. Discover the richness of the Nemacolin art collection, where world-class masterpieces and architectural marvels come together to create one of the most intriguing cultural destinations in Pennsylvania.

The Chateau & The Grand Lodge Art Tour

This 60-minute guided tour takes guests on a journey through the top artworks at Nemacolin in The Chateau and The Grand Lodge. Learn the fascinating stories behind works by Fernando Botero, Clarice Smith, Giampaolo Seguso, Tiffany Studios, Chihuly, Amrmando Valero, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and more.

Falling Rock Art Tour

This 30-minute guided tour highlights the striking architectural parallels between Fallingwater, the world-famous home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, and Nemacolin’s own Falling Rock boutique hotel, designed by David Merritt, a student of Wright’s Taliesin.

Outdoor Sculpture Tour

This private 60-minute driving tour features 25 outdoor sculptures from the Hardy Family Collection, strategically positioned to harmonize with the natural landscape to create a symbiotic exchange between art and nature. Through further exploration by foot, bicycle, or resort shuttle, there are approximately 175 outdoor sculptures across the grounds of Nemacolin.

Nemacolin Galleries

Complementing the Hardy Family Art Collection’s pieces on display throughout the resort, the Nemacolin Galleries feature ever-changing exhibitions by artists from around the world, enhancing the rich artistic experiences at Nemacolin.

Nemacolin Gallery

Found near The Patisserie in The Chateau’s main corridor, the Nemacolin Gallery reflects the Hardy family’s enduring commitment to fine art at Nemacolin. Each quarter, the gallery features a fresh curation of hand-selected artists, ensuring a continuously evolving artistic experience. Many of the works displayed in the Nemacolin Gallery are available for acquisition.

Laurel Lane Gallery

Conveniently located near the Laurel Lane Shops, the Laurel Lane Gallery presents a dynamic collection of original artwork by contemporary artists, spanning a broad range of styles and techniques. The exceptional works in this gallery are also available for purchase.

Reflections

Found at one of the highest points of the resort, Reflections offers stunning scenic views while housing an exceptional collection of contemporary art by renowned artists such as Dustin Yellin, Mia Tarducci, and Danny Perkins. The world-famous football caught by Franco Harris during the Pittsburgh Steelers “Immaculate Reception” also makes its home here and is on display. Reflections also serves as a historical tribute space honoring Nemacolin founder Joseph A. Hardy III.

Discover the Nemacolin Art Collection

The Nemacolin Art Department is pleased to assist groups or individuals with customized art tours at Nemacolin to see even more of the Hardy Family Art Collection. Inquire with them on where to see many of the pieces mentioned, and add an art tour to your overnight getaway by contacting a member of the Nemacolin Art Department at 866.344.6957, or by emailing art.department@nemacolin.com.