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Play the Poetry Relay

July 26 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Join The Mount’s youth education team for a fun and fast-paced poetry game responding to artwork from Sculpture at The Mount, an exhibition featuring contemporary outdoor sculpture throughout the grounds of The Mount. Participants will create awesome, inspiring, and hilarious poems to share with the group—no previous poetry experience necessary. Join us!

IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION:

  • This program is designed for youth ages 8-12, accompanied by their grown-ups.
  • There is a $5 materials fee for this workshop. We understand that these are challenging times for many families. If you need to have the fee waived, simply use the discount code YOUTH2026 when registering.
  • This workshop takes place outdoors on The Mount’s grounds, which include a mix of woodchip paths, dirt roads, grassy areas, and mostly level trails with some gentle slopes. Surfaces may be uneven, and participants are advised to be mindful of exposed roots and natural variations underfoot.
  • In the event of inclement weather, this workshop will be moved indoors to the Stable Auditorium. Please check in at the Ticket Booth when you arrive to receive any updates about the location of this program.
  • Seating for all Mount programs is first-come, first-served. Accessible seating is available. To discuss arrangements, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: programs@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.
  • Questions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org
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Date:
July 26
Time:
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Price:

$5

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