The Art at The Heartwood
Art is woven into the very fabric of the Heartwood. Throughout the hotel, thoughtfully curated pieces celebrate creativity, craftsmanship, and the vibrant artistic spirit of the Vassar community and beyond. From striking installations in shared spaces to intimate works tucked into quiet corners, each piece invites curiosity and conversation. Just steps away, Vassar College’s renowned Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center extends the experience, offering world-class exhibitions and an ever-evolving collection. Together, the art at the Heartwood and the Loeb create a stay that’s as inspiring as it is memorable—where creativity isn’t just displayed, it’s lived.
How long is your past, how far is your future, 2015
Laura Battle, American, born 1957
Oil and mixed media on canvas
60 x 192 in. (152.4 x 487.68 cm)
Purchase, Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Vassar College, 2020.24
Located in the first floor snug.
The Vassar College Atheneum, 2024
Mark Dion, American, born 1961
Multi-faceted, site-specific installation with custom cabinetry and rug, mixed materials, and 48 framed archival prints
Dimensions variable
Commissioned by the Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Vassar College, 2024.18
Located on the first floor behind the check-in desk
Bendigo, P-85.048, 1985
Nancy Graves, American, 1939 – 1995
Oil, acrylic and glitter on canvas with painted aluminum sculpture 47.00 x 140.50 in (119.38 x 356.87cm)
Purchase, Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Vassar College, 2024.3
Located on the First Floor, in the Salt Line at Vassar
Five Fans, Lampshades, and Lotus, 1982
Nancy Graves, American, 1939 – 1995
Bronze with polychrome patina 81 × 34 × 35 in. (205.74 × 86.36 × 88.9 cm) Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Vassar College, Bequest of Nancy Graves, 1995.24.1
Located on the first floor past the check-in desk by the stairs.
Quilter Rosie, 2022
Ransome, American, b. 1961
Acrylic and collage
60 x 48 in (152.40 x 121.92 cm)
Purchase, Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, Vassar College
Located in the second floor pre-function space.
The Botanist’s Mural, 2024
Julia Whitney Barnes, American b. 1979
Acrylic, graphite, and varnish on gypsum board
Dimensions variable
Commissioned by Vassar College
Located in the second floor snug.
Photo credit to Sean Hemmerle.
Visit The Loeb
Discover a world-class cultural landmark just steps away at the Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center, the nation’s first collegiate gallery offering free admission to its storied collections and vibrant exhibitions. Enhance your evening by pairing a seasonal dinner at The Salt Line at Vassar with a visit to Late Night at the Loeb, where the galleries remain open late for a sophisticated blend of art and atmosphere.