Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck

143 Parks Rd., Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819

800-449-2580

Museum Website


Dog Mountain, the home of the late American artists Stephen & Gwen Huneck is set on 150 acres on a private mountaintop spot. The Hunecks' joyous artistic creations are important contributions to American Folk Art. 

Friends of Dog Mountain (FODM) seeks to preserve and curate Stephen’s woodcut prints, sculptures, furniture, and other inspired creations—such as the Dog Chapel—for future generations to enjoy

The grounds are always open to people and their dogs. Stephen Huneck and his wife, Gwen, bought the property in 1995. They turned the barn into studio space. After Stephen’s unique visionary experience, the Dog Chapel soon followed. The Dog Chapel opened its doors Memorial Day weekend of 2000. The unspoiled haven is covered with hiking trails and dog ponds. Wildflowers abound in the summer and snowshoeing is a favorite activity in the winter. Year after year, the Dog Chapel and the Stephen Huneck Gallery get more and more visitors from all over the world.

Leashes are optional on Dog Mountain. Dogs are free to run, play, swim, and (best of all) meet other dogs! Dogs are not just welcome here, they are cherished.

Credit: Overview from museum website