Enjoy the ancient Chinese, mind-body practice of Qigong, meaning “mastery of your life-force energy.” Qigong, a simpler form of Tai Chi, combines gentle movements that mimic nature, self-applied massage, breathwork, […]
“Parlez-vous français?” Enjoy French conversation on The Mount's Terrace, Tuesday Mornings, June - September. This event is recommended for intermediate and advanced French speakers. Bring your own coffee and croissant […]
On the first Tuesday of each month, stories come alive on the StoryWalk with South Berkshire Kids! Families are invited to gather at the top of the StoryWalk trail for […]
Please join us for a virtual reading featuring the 2026 Edith Wharton & Straw Dog Writers-in-Residence! Writers will share short excerpts from their work developed while in residence at the […]
Migration brings a new cast of birds through The Mount's mix of habitats, and mornings are prime time to see and hear them. This beginner-friendly walk focuses on bird-finding tips, […]
Stories, voices, and a welcoming café atmosphere—Wharton on Wednesday returns for a five-month run! Join us at the Terrace Café on the first Wednesday of each month, June through October, […]
Spend a morning experiencing how nourishing everyday life can be, even amid the pace and unpredictability of change. In this half-day workshop, mindfulness meditation and reflective writing will serve as […]
Published in honor of Frederic Church’s bicentennial, Glorious Country: How the Artist Frederic Church Brought the World to America and America to the World, presents a richly crafted and deeply researched portrait of the renowned 19th-century American artist whose breathtaking depictions of distant lands captivated audiences and helped establish the United States as a cultural and […]
Ease into the afternoon with Forest Bathing and Tai Chi among the evergreen forests at The Mount. Mary Hannah will guide you in easy-to-follow Tai Chi movements to cultivate peace […]
Feel a tingle down your spine as our guides lead you through The Mount's darkened halls, sharing stories of the many eerie encounters that have been reported over the years. […]
Please note: Due to a private event, the Terrace Cafe is not open today. The House and Bookstore will close at 1:00 PM. The grounds will close at 2:00 PM.
“Parlez-vous français?” Enjoy French conversation on The Mount's Terrace, Tuesday Mornings, June - September. This event is recommended for intermediate and advanced French speakers. Bring your own coffee and croissant […]
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been postponed. New dates will be released soon -- please join our mailing list to receive updates. Everyone has stories worth telling. Most […]
Migration brings a new cast of birds through The Mount's mix of habitats, and mornings are prime time to see and hear them. This beginner-friendly walk focuses on bird-finding tips, […]
Embark on a reflective journey through the woods, meadows, and grounds of Edith Wharton’s estate. Join Nancy, The Mount’s trail guide, as she leads us In the Footsteps of Edith, a mindful […]
Ease into the afternoon with Forest Bathing and Tai Chi among the evergreen forests at The Mount. Mary Hannah will guide you in easy-to-follow Tai Chi movements to cultivate peace […]
Feel a tingle down your spine as our guides lead you through The Mount's darkened halls, sharing stories of the many eerie encounters that have been reported over the years. […]
Please note: Due to a private event, the Terrace Cafe is not open today. The House and Bookstore will close at 1:00 PM. The grounds will close at 2:00 PM.
Join Anne Schuyler, Director of Visitor Services, on a guided walk of The Mount's gardens, woods, and meadows. Learn about Edith Wharton's inspirations for creating The Mount and the ongoing […]
“Parlez-vous français?” Enjoy French conversation on The Mount's Terrace, Tuesday Mornings, June - September. This event is recommended for intermediate and advanced French speakers. Bring your own coffee and croissant […]
Migration brings a new cast of birds through The Mount's mix of habitats, and mornings are prime time to see and hear them. This beginner-friendly walk focuses on bird-finding tips, […]
Explore the vibrant plant life of The Mount with the guidance of naturalist and author Vanessa Chakour. This guided walk along the woodland trails will highlight edible, medicinal, and at-risk plants—species who shape the landscape and quietly sustain us. Along the way, participants will be prompted to deepen their […]
Ease into the afternoon with Forest Bathing and Tai Chi among the evergreen forests at The Mount. Mary Hannah will guide you in easy-to-follow Tai Chi movements to cultivate peace […]
Feel a tingle down your spine as our guides lead you through The Mount's darkened halls, sharing stories of the many eerie encounters that have been reported over the years. […]
Please note: Due to a private event, the Terrace Cafe is not open today. The House and Bookstore will close at 1:00 PM. The grounds will close at 2:00 PM.
“Parlez-vous français?” Enjoy French conversation on The Mount's Terrace, Tuesday Mornings, June - September. This event is recommended for intermediate and advanced French speakers. Bring your own coffee and croissant […]
Ease into the afternoon with Forest Bathing and Tai Chi among the evergreen forests at The Mount. Mary Hannah will guide you in easy-to-follow Tai Chi movements to cultivate peace […]
Feel a tingle down your spine as our guides lead you through The Mount's darkened halls, sharing stories of the many eerie encounters that have been reported over the years. […]
Please note: Due to a private event, the Terrace Cafe is not open today. The House and Bookstore will close at 1:00 PM. The grounds will close at 2:00 PM.
Spend a morning nurturing your creativity and finding your voice with Capital Region-based poet Danielle Colin. This free, hands-on poetry workshop welcomes adults and high school and college students of […]
Due to the forecast of inclement weather, this program has been moved into the Stable Carriage Wash. Learn more about collecting Hemlock cones and how you can contribute to The […]
Join the Berkshire Athenaeum at The Mount for Paws & Pages, a special program celebrating the joy of books, reading, and four-legged friends! Young readers are invited to practice their literacy skills by reading aloud to a therapy dog in a relaxed, supportive environment. During 10-minute sessions, children can choose a favorite book and share […]
Join WordXWord poets on a freewheeling journey across The Mount’s beautiful grounds, where landscape and language intertwine. Along the way, poets pause to share original work inspired by place, movement, and the natural world. Featuring special guest poet Danielle Colin, who will be leading a poetry workshop at 11:00 am. Information and registration available here. […]
Join us to celebrate the launch of Sign of a Loon, the debut novelette of local author and dear friend of The Mount, Betsy Smith. For this special event, Smith will be joined by Tom Hoffman of the Washington Historic Commission and Amy Lafave, the Lenox Library's Local History Librarian. During the COVID lockdown, Smith was […]
Tickets available September 1! Join Community Access to the Arts (CATA) at The Mount for a moving reading of poetry and prose by participants in the CATA Writers’ Workshop. Through work that is heartfelt, thought-provoking, and often infused with humor, these writers share distinct perspectives while illuminating the universal experiences that connect us all. A […]
Early fall is one of the best times to notice fungi—and the variety can be surprising. This beginner-friendly hike explores the basics of mushroom identification and introduces the many roles […]
Come enjoy a time to rest, breathe deeply, and reconnect during an outdoor sound bath on the Terraced Lawn of The Mount. Step away from the busyness of life and […]
Almost Home chronicles Mirabai Bush's remarkable life across several tumultuous decades, from NASA to an ashram in India and finally to the foundational role she played in the establishment of Eastern spiritual traditions in North America. Raised Catholic with Joan of Arc as her hero, Mirabai is among the most influential people who brought Buddhism […]
Feel a tingle down your spine as our guides lead you through The Mount’s darkened halls, sharing stories of the many eerie encounters that have been reported over the years. Ghost tours for families continue through Halloween! Advance registration is required. IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: This tour is designed for kids, ages 6-12, accompanied […]
Feel a tingle down your spine as our guides lead you through The Mount's darkened halls, sharing stories of the many eerie encounters that have been reported over the years. Ghost tours start in July and continue through Halloween! Advance registration is required. IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: Ghost Tours of The Mount last approximately two […]
