Community, Creativity & Storytelling

Come experience ART that awakens, PROGRAMS that enliven, NATURE that nourishes, and STORIES that inspire.

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    Discover Edith Wharton

    The Mount is a turn-of-the-century home, designed and built by Edith Wharton in 1902.
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    Join a Program

    Join us for author talks and discussions, music, readings,  art, and children's programs. There is something for everyone!
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    Explore the Grounds

    Our trails and historic gardens are free to the public and open dawn to dusk all year.
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    Join The Mount online Book Club!

    Join us online for lively discussions of Edith Wharton’s acclaimed works. This year’s selections are Old New York, Glimpses of the Moon, and Madame de Treymes, along with Henry James’ Madame de Mauves. Book Club conversations are free; however, registration is required.

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The Mount, built by Edith Wharton in 1902, is a historic house museum, cultural center, and public park.

We present over 100 programs year-round. The gardens and grounds are free and open to the public year-round, from dawn to dusk.

HOURS

  • The House, Terrace Café, and Bookstore are closed for the season. We look forward to welcoming you back in May 2026!

We sometimes close early due to private events. See our early closing schedule HERE.

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Become a Member

Join us in preserving the intellectual, artistic, and humanitarian legacy of Edith Wharton and her historic home. Your membership supports vibrant community programming, writers’ talks and residencies, and exciting exhibitions that champion storytelling and the arts.

As a member, you will gain exclusive benefits to enhance and deepen your experience at The Mount! All members receive unlimited visits throughout the season, as well as special event invitations, and discounts.

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