__NOTOC__ Edward Hopper Birthplace and Boyhood Home, also known as the Edward Hopper House Art Center, is an art center and historic home located at 82 North Broadway, 3 1/2 blocks north of Main Street, Nyack in

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. It is a 2-story, side hall, mid-19th-century

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–style dwelling with a -story, Queen Anne–style addition. It was the home of noted artist

Edward Hopper Edward Hopper (July 22, 1882 – May 15, 1967) was an American realist painter and printmaker. While he is widely known for his oil paintings, he was equally proficient as a watercolorist and printmaker in etching. Hopper created subdued drama ...

(1882–1967) from the time of his birth until he moved to

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in 1910. He held title to the house until his death. ''See also:'' It was listed on the

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in 2000.

Edward Hopper House Art Center

The house is now the Edward Hopper House Art Center, which features one gallery dedicated to Hopper's life and work, and other galleries for changing exhibits. The Center also offers workshops, lectures, jazz concerts, figure drawing and other classes.

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Edward Hopper House Art Center
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