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SUMMARY:Wharton on Wednesday | His Father's Son\, read by Ryan Winkles
DESCRIPTION: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\, as local actors bring quintessential Edith Wharton short stories to life. Arrive early to enjoy the spectacular view and refreshments from the Café\, open at 4:30 pm. \nIn October\, Ryan Winkles reads His Father’s Son. An artistic\, poetic young man confronts the seemingly prosaic businessman who raised him as a son with evidence that his actual father is a famous violinist. This gently sardonic tale plays with rumors of Wharton’s own illegitimacy. \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nThis one-hour reading takes place on The Mount’s Terrace under an open-air shade tent. Please be mindful of the weather and plan accordingly! The Terrace is located on the second floor of the Mansion. An elevator is available to assist those with mobility concerns.\nPlease park in the Upper Parking Lot. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to allow time to enjoy the quarter-mile walk down the driveway to the Mansion. Golf carts run throughout the day if you require assistance to the event location. Accessible parking is available in spaces adjacent to the Mansion.\nThe bar at the Terrace Café will be open 4:30 – 5:30 pm.\nIn the event of extreme weather\, such as excessive heat or severe thunderstorms\, this program may be moved indoors to The Mount’s Stable Auditorium. All ticket holders will be notified by email at least two hours before the scheduled start time if a venue change is necessary. Those wishing to cancel their ticket orders will receive full refunds. To cancel\, email: programs@edithwharton.org\nSeating for all programs at The Mount is first-come\, first-served. If you have seating preferences\, we recommend arriving fifteen minutes early.\nAccessible 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.\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org; or phone: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n  \n\n  \nRyan Winkles is an actor\, fight choreographer\, and teacher based in Western Massachusetts. He has been company member of Shakespeare & Company since 2006 and while there has performed in Shakespeare’s plays Antony and Cleopatra\, As You Like It\, Henry V\, Julius Caesar\, Love’s Labour’s Lost\, Macbeth\, Merry Wives of Windsor\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, Othello\, Richard III\, The Tempest\, Twelfth Night\, Two Gentlemen of Verona\, and The Winter’s Tale. Additionally\, Ryan has performed there in many plays not by Shakespeare\, which include Hound of the Baskervilles\, Creditors\, The Learned Ladies\, and Mother Courage.  Regional credits include: Great Barrington Public Theater: The Stones\, Breakwater; WAM Theatre: ROE\, The Old Mezzo; Theater at Woodshill: Hamlet; Gloucester Stage: Mr. Fullerton: Between the Sheets; Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse: Visitors; Commonwealth Stage Company: The Winter’s Tale\, Universe Rushing Apart; the Huntington Theatre Company: Joy and Pandemic. Film/television credits include The Boston Strangler (Hulu) and Time Traveling Bong (Comedy Central). Ryan is a proud member of Actors’ Equity and SAG\, and teaches Stage Violence at Boston University and The Hartt School. 
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/his-fathers-son/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Readings & Performance
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman
DESCRIPTION: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 and vitality\, and a walking meditation to experience “the art of connecting with nature through our senses\,” according to Dr. Qing Lin\, Chairman of the Japanese Society for Forest Medicine.\n\nBy being in rhythm with nature\, we awaken not only our senses but also wonder\, inspiration\, and our innate capacity for healing. Nature offers us soothing sounds\, stable ground\, and blooms with expressions of harmony that guide us home to experience these qualities within ourselves.\n\n\n  \n\n  \n\nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nPre-registration for this event is encouraged; there is a suggested donation of $20/per person.\nThis program meets at The Mount’s Ticket Booth and takes place outdoors\, rain or shine. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly—wear comfortable clothes suitable for movement. In the event of rain\, this program will be abbreviated to one hour. In the event of extreme weather conditions\, such as excessive heat or severe thunderstorms\, this program will be canceled. Registrants will be notified by email by 12:00 pm the day of the program.\nThere is a short trail walk of 0.5 miles at the start of this program. The Mount’s trails cover a mix of woodchip paths\, grassy areas\, and mostly level woodland trails with some gentle slopes. Surfaces may be uneven\, and participants are advised to be mindful of exposed roots and natural variations underfoot.\nWhile The Mount is a dog-friendly property\, dogs are not permitted in this program.\nQuestions? Email: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com; or phone: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n  \n\n  \nMary Hannah Parkman is a certified Tai Chi Instructor and Yoga Teacher. She was drawn to Tai Chi by the nature-inspired movements and the dance between grace and strength. After practicing Tai Chi and Qi Gong for 10 years\, she earned her first Tai Chi certification in 2023. When Mary Hannah teaches Tai Chi\, she draws on her 12 years of experience as a mind-body movement instructor\, teaching yoga in studios\, wellness resorts\, public schools\, summer camps\, and leading mindful outdoor experiences. She delights in sharing the peace and vitality that come from being in nature\, and volunteers to support conservation efforts for Eastern Hemlock trees. 5% of donations to this program will go to support the New York State Hemlock Initiative
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/forest-bathing-tai-chi-2/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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SUMMARY:Ghost Tour of The Mount
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nGhost Tours of The Mount last approximately two hours and include a half-mile walk – rain-or-shine – on a gently sloped gravel road. Terrain may be uneven\, and stairs are required to experience the full tour. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly!\nParking for Ghost Tours is in The Mount’s lower lot\, adjacent to the Mansion. An attendant will direct you from the Ticket Booth.\nThis tour contains adult content that is not appropriate for young audiences under 12 years old. Families should consider attending one of our Ghost Tours for Kids.\nIn the event of severe weather\, Ghost Tours may be canceled. Ticket holders will be notified of a cancellation by email by 2:00 pm the day of the tour\, and all tickets will be canceled and refunded.\nAccessible accommodations are available. To discuss arrangements\, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: ticketbooth@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility\, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/ghost-tour-of-the-mount-23/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ghost Tours
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SUMMARY:Early Closing 1:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to a private event\, the Terrace Cafe is not open today.\nThe House and Bookstore will close at 1:00 PM.\nThe grounds will close at 2:00 PM.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/early-closing-1-pm/2026-10-10/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Early Closing Days
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SUMMARY:In the Footsteps of Edith
DESCRIPTION: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 walk that will begin with reading a brief passage of Wharton’s writing—a poem\, letter\, or excerpt from a work of fiction—to enhance your connection to nature and frame an intention for the experience. Throughout the journey\, participants are welcome to share reflections.  \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nIn the Footsteps of Edith is a free program with limited capacity – registration is required.\nThis program meets at The Mount’s Ticket Booth and takes place outdoors\, rain or shine. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly! In the event of extreme weather conditions\, such as excessive heat or severe thunderstorms\, In the Footsteps of Edith will be postponed. Registrants will be notified of any changes by email by 8:00 am the day of the program.\nThe 1.5-mile trail walk covers a mix of woodland trails of uneven terrain\, bridges\, steps\, and gentle slopes – perfect for beginning/intermediate hikers. Surfaces may be uneven\, and participants are advised to be mindful of exposed roots and natural variations underfoot. Walking poles and closed-toed shoes are advised.\nWhile The Mount is a dog-friendly property\, dogs are not permitted in this program.\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org; or phone: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n  \n\n  \nNancy Seguin is a passionate explorer of nature\, history\, and cultural landscapes. She enjoys creating space for mindfulness\, reflection\, and deeper connections to nature. Her walks are as much about slowing down and turning in as they are about exploring a trail past and present\, offering a fun and inviting way to bring communities together\, share perspectives\, and experience the outdoors with intention in all seasons. In addition to The Mount\, Nancy is a Hiking Guide for OLLI at BCC\, BNRC\, and previously with Berkshire Camino.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/in-the-footsteps-of-edith-13-7/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T160000
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Sound Bath: Journey Within
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy a time to rest\, breathe deeply\, and reconnect during an outdoor sound bath on the Terraced Lawn of The Mount. \nStep away from the busyness of life and rejuvenate through sound\, nature\, and community. Surrounded by the beauty of the land and gardens\, this experience offers a peaceful space to pause\, relax\, and return to yourself. Through the harmonizing sounds of crystal bowls and other supportive instruments\, you’ll be guided into stillness and invited to simply rest and receive. Let the sounds and natural surroundings guide you into a sense of relaxation\, peace\, and balance in your mind and body. \nPlease bring a yoga mat\, one or two blankets\, or a lawn chair — whatever helps you feel comfortable and supported for this meditative experience. \n\n\n\n  \n\n  \n\nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nPre-registration for this event is encouraged; tickets are $25/per person.\nThis program meets at The Mount’s Terraced Lawn behind the Mansion. Some stairs are required to access the program area.\nThis program takes place outdoors. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly—wear comfortable clothes suitable for movement. In the event of severe weather\, this program will be canceled\, and registrations will be refunded. If cancelation is necessary\, registrants will be notified by email by 12:00 pm the day of the program.\nPlease park in the Lower Parking Lot below the Mansion. We recommend arriving 10 minutes early to allow time to enjoy the brief walk to the Terraced Lawn. Accessible parking is available in spaces adjacent to the Mansion.\nWhile The Mount is a dog-friendly property\, dogs are not permitted in this program.\nQuestions? Email: noraleighyoga@gmail.com; or phone: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n  \n\n  \nNora Fenner is a 500-hour Kripalu Yoga teacher\, sound and Reiki practitioner\, and wellness coach. As the creator of Embodied Vibes\, she offers light-hearted\, inspiring experiences that support reconnection\, intentional living\, relaxation\, and balance. She believes that community\, nature\, and stillness can support healing\, relaxation\, and harmony.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/outdoor-sound-bath-journey-within-2/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T193000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT | Roman Fever\, From Page to Stage
DESCRIPTION:This event has reached full capacity. Please consider joining the waitlist to be notified as tickets are available. \nA READING OF ROMAN FEVER\nWritten by Edith Wharton\nAdapted to the stage by Dennis Krausnick\nDirected by Normi Noel\nFeaturing Corinna May\, Diane Prusha\, and David Joseph \nEdith Wharton’s iconic story of friendship\, jealousy\, and betrayal comes vividly to life in a staged reading\, presented in collaboration with Shakespeare & Co. Set against the timeless backdrop of Rome\, two friends revisit a shared past\, revealing simmering tensions\, long-buried secrets\, and astounding revelations. Join us for an intimate theatrical experience that illuminates Wharton’s razor-sharp wit and enduring fascination with the complexities of human relationships.  \nA reception will follow where the cast and audience are invited to share their memories of Shakespeare & Co. at The Mount.  \nThis performance is dedicated to Tina Packer\, who founded Shakespeare & Company at The Mount in 1978. Edith Wharton’s estate was the celebrated troupe’s artistic home for 23 remarkable years of outdoor performance under the trees. \nA special thank you to Shakespeare & Company for their support.  \nProceeds from this special event will underwrite future community programs at The Mount. \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\n\nThis staged reading talk takes place in The Mount’s Stable Auditorium\, a 140-seat\, climate-controlled\, indoor venue adjacent to the parking lot.\nSeating for all programs at The Mount is first-come\, first-served. If you have seating preferences\, we recommend arriving fifteen minutes early.\nAccessible 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.\nA reception with cash bar will follow this program\, 7:00 – 8:00 PM.\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org; or phone: 413-551-5111 x2
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/roman-fever-from-page-to-stage/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Readings & Performance
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman
DESCRIPTION: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 and vitality\, and a walking meditation to experience “the art of connecting with nature through our senses\,” according to Dr. Qing Lin\, Chairman of the Japanese Society for Forest Medicine.\n\nBy being in rhythm with nature\, we awaken not only our senses but also wonder\, inspiration\, and our innate capacity for healing. Nature offers us soothing sounds\, stable ground\, and blooms with expressions of harmony that guide us home to experience these qualities within ourselves.\n\n\n  \n\n  \n\nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nPre-registration for this event is encouraged; there is a suggested donation of $20/per person.\nThis program meets at The Mount’s Ticket Booth and takes place outdoors\, rain or shine. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly—wear comfortable clothes suitable for movement. In the event of rain\, this program will be abbreviated to one hour. In the event of extreme weather conditions\, such as excessive heat or severe thunderstorms\, this program will be canceled. Registrants will be notified by email by 12:00 pm the day of the program.\nThere is a short trail walk of 0.5 miles at the start of this program. The Mount’s trails cover a mix of woodchip paths\, grassy areas\, and mostly level woodland trails with some gentle slopes. Surfaces may be uneven\, and participants are advised to be mindful of exposed roots and natural variations underfoot.\nWhile The Mount is a dog-friendly property\, dogs are not permitted in this program.\nQuestions? Email: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com; or phone: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n  \n\n  \nMary Hannah Parkman is a certified Tai Chi Instructor and Yoga Teacher. She was drawn to Tai Chi by the nature-inspired movements and the dance between grace and strength. After practicing Tai Chi and Qi Gong for 10 years\, she earned her first Tai Chi certification in 2023. When Mary Hannah teaches Tai Chi\, she draws on her 12 years of experience as a mind-body movement instructor\, teaching yoga in studios\, wellness resorts\, public schools\, summer camps\, and leading mindful outdoor experiences. She delights in sharing the peace and vitality that come from being in nature\, and volunteers to support conservation efforts for Eastern Hemlock trees. 5% of donations to this program will go to support the New York State Hemlock Initiative
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/forest-bathing-tai-chi-2/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T200000
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SUMMARY:Among the Primeval Shadows: Exploring the Strange Magic of Edith Wharton’s Ghost Stories with Robert Oakes
DESCRIPTION:Join Robert Oakes\, author of Ghosts of the Berkshires and long-time ghost tour guide at The Mount\, as he explores Wharton’s ideas on ghosts and ghost stories\, sharing excerpts from her tales that reveal some of their mysterious magic. Following the talk in The Mount’s Drawing Room\, we’ll bring the tales to life as we explore the Mansion by flashlight and hear reports of hauntings at the estate. Wharton invited her readers to meet her “halfway among the primeval shadows.” In this program\, we’ll look into the darkness and see what we may see! \nThough we know it’s just a story… Right?! \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nThis two-hour program consists of a seated presentation in The Mount’s Drawing Room\, followed by a fully-accessible ghost tour of the Mansion. Seating is first-come\, first-served. If you have seating preferences\, we recommend arriving fifteen minutes early.\nParking for Ghost Tours is in The Mount’s lower lot\, adjacent to the Mansion. An attendant will direct you from the Ticket Booth.\nThis tour contains adult content that is not appropriate for young audiences under 12 years old. Families should consider attending one of our Ghost Tours for Kids.\nAccessible accommodations are available. To discuss arrangements\, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: ticketbooth@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility\, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.\n\n  \n\nRobert Oakes writes books about ghosts\, leads tours in haunted places\, and sings soulful original songs. He has written three books\, The Ghostly Tales of the Berkshires (2023)\, Ghosts of Northwestern New Jersey (2022)\, and Ghosts of the Berkshires (2020)\, all published by Arcadia Publishing. He has also released numerous recordings\, both as a solo artist and as part of the folk duo Oakes and Smith. Since 2010\, Robert has led immersive ghost storytelling experiences at historic locations in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts\, including Ventfort Hall\, Edith Wharton’s The Mount\, and Herman Melville’s Arrowhead. He has also given talks and readings for both children and adults at many libraries\, schools\, and cultural centers. Robert has appeared on Syfy’s Ghost Hunters\, Jeff Belanger’s New England Legends series on PBS\, and The Apple Seed show on BYUradio and has been featured in The Boston Globe\, The Berkshire Eagle\, and numerous other media outlets. Robert earned his master’s degree from the Middlebury Bread Loaf School of English and has taught elementary\, middle\, and high school English\, as well as adult writing workshops. \n“You’ll never look at the region the same way after chatting with Robert Oakes.”\n— Diane Bair\, The Boston Globe \n“Robert Oakes is an incredible speaker and tells … stories so elegantly you feel like you’ve stepped back in time!”\n—Drew Babineau\, paranormal investigator
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/among-the-primeval-shadows-exploring-the-strange-magic-of-edith-whartons-ghost-stories-with-robert-oakes-2/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Readings & Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T220000
DTSTAMP:20260723T184714Z
CREATED:20260723T164812Z
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SUMMARY:Ghost Tour of The Mount
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nGhost Tours of The Mount last approximately two hours and include a half-mile walk – rain-or-shine – on a gently sloped gravel road. Terrain may be uneven\, and stairs are required to experience the full tour. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly!\nParking for Ghost Tours is in The Mount’s lower lot\, adjacent to the Mansion. An attendant will direct you from the Ticket Booth.\nThis tour contains adult content that is not appropriate for young audiences under 12 years old. Families should consider attending one of our Ghost Tours for Kids.\nIn the event of severe weather\, Ghost Tours may be canceled. Ticket holders will be notified of a cancellation by email by 2:00 pm the day of the tour\, and all tickets will be canceled and refunded.\nAccessible accommodations are available. To discuss arrangements\, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: ticketbooth@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility\, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/ghost-tour-of-the-mount-23/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ghost Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T170000
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SUMMARY:Early Closing 1:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Due to a private event\, the Terrace Cafe is not open today.\nThe House and Bookstore will close at 1:00 PM.\nThe grounds will close at 2:00 PM.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/early-closing-1-pm/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Early Closing Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T153000
DTSTAMP:20261015T164350Z
CREATED:20260731T164950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T164350Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman
DESCRIPTION: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 and vitality\, and a walking meditation to experience “the art of connecting with nature through our senses\,” according to Dr. Qing Lin\, Chairman of the Japanese Society for Forest Medicine.\n\nBy being in rhythm with nature\, we awaken not only our senses but also wonder\, inspiration\, and our innate capacity for healing. Nature offers us soothing sounds\, stable ground\, and blooms with expressions of harmony that guide us home to experience these qualities within ourselves.\n\n\n  \n\n  \n\nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nPre-registration for this event is encouraged; there is a suggested donation of $20/per person.\nThis program meets at The Mount’s Ticket Booth and takes place outdoors\, rain or shine. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly—wear comfortable clothes suitable for movement. In the event of rain\, this program will be abbreviated to one hour. In the event of extreme weather conditions\, such as excessive heat or severe thunderstorms\, this program will be canceled. Registrants will be notified by email by 12:00 pm the day of the program.\nThere is a short trail walk of 0.5 miles at the start of this program. The Mount’s trails cover a mix of woodchip paths\, grassy areas\, and mostly level woodland trails with some gentle slopes. Surfaces may be uneven\, and participants are advised to be mindful of exposed roots and natural variations underfoot.\nWhile The Mount is a dog-friendly property\, dogs are not permitted in this program.\nQuestions? Email: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com; or phone: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n  \n\n  \nMary Hannah Parkman is a certified Tai Chi Instructor and Yoga Teacher. She was drawn to Tai Chi by the nature-inspired movements and the dance between grace and strength. After practicing Tai Chi and Qi Gong for 10 years\, she earned her first Tai Chi certification in 2023. When Mary Hannah teaches Tai Chi\, she draws on her 12 years of experience as a mind-body movement instructor\, teaching yoga in studios\, wellness resorts\, public schools\, summer camps\, and leading mindful outdoor experiences. She delights in sharing the peace and vitality that come from being in nature\, and volunteers to support conservation efforts for Eastern Hemlock trees. 5% of donations to this program will go to support the New York State Hemlock Initiative
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/forest-bathing-tai-chi-2/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260929T170647Z
CREATED:20260929T170601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T170647Z
UID:10001662-1792778400-1792783800@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Ghost Tour for Kids!
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \n\n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nThis tour is designed for kids\, ages 6-12\, accompanied by a grown-up.\nGhost Tours for Kids last approximately 75 minutes and include a half-mile walk – rain-or-shine – on a gently sloped gravel road. Terrain may be uneven\, and stairs are required to experience the full tour. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly! \nParking is in The Mount’s lower lot\, adjacent to the Mansion. An attendant will direct you from the Ticket Booth.\nIn the event of severe weather\, Ghost Tour for Kids may be canceled. Ticket holders will be notified of a cancellation by email by 2:00 pm the day of the tour\, and all tickets will be canceled and refunded.\nAccessible accommodations are available. To discuss arrangements\, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: ticketbooth@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility\, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/ghost-tour-for-kids-5/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ghost Tours,Youth & Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T220000
DTSTAMP:20260723T184714Z
CREATED:20260723T164812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T184714Z
UID:10001560-1792785600-1792792800@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Ghost Tour of The Mount
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nGhost Tours of The Mount last approximately two hours and include a half-mile walk – rain-or-shine – on a gently sloped gravel road. Terrain may be uneven\, and stairs are required to experience the full tour. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly!\nParking for Ghost Tours is in The Mount’s lower lot\, adjacent to the Mansion. An attendant will direct you from the Ticket Booth.\nThis tour contains adult content that is not appropriate for young audiences under 12 years old. Families should consider attending one of our Ghost Tours for Kids.\nIn the event of severe weather\, Ghost Tours may be canceled. Ticket holders will be notified of a cancellation by email by 2:00 pm the day of the tour\, and all tickets will be canceled and refunded.\nAccessible accommodations are available. To discuss arrangements\, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: ticketbooth@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility\, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/ghost-tour-of-the-mount-23/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ghost Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260720T132833Z
CREATED:20260428T004515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T132833Z
UID:10001471-1792864800-1792872000@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Among the Primeval Shadows: Exploring the Strange Magic of Edith Wharton’s Ghost Stories with Robert Oakes
DESCRIPTION:Join Robert Oakes\, author of Ghosts of the Berkshires and long-time ghost tour guide at The Mount\, as he explores Wharton’s ideas on ghosts and ghost stories\, sharing excerpts from her tales that reveal some of their mysterious magic. Following the talk in The Mount’s Drawing Room\, we’ll bring the tales to life as we explore the Mansion by flashlight and hear reports of hauntings at the estate. Wharton invited her readers to meet her “halfway among the primeval shadows.” In this program\, we’ll look into the darkness and see what we may see! \nThough we know it’s just a story… Right?! \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nThis two-hour program consists of a seated presentation in The Mount’s Drawing Room\, followed by a fully-accessible ghost tour of the Mansion. Seating is first-come\, first-served. If you have seating preferences\, we recommend arriving fifteen minutes early.\nParking for Ghost Tours is in The Mount’s lower lot\, adjacent to the Mansion. An attendant will direct you from the Ticket Booth.\nThis tour contains adult content that is not appropriate for young audiences under 12 years old. Families should consider attending one of our Ghost Tours for Kids.\nAccessible accommodations are available. To discuss arrangements\, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: ticketbooth@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility\, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.\n\n  \n\nRobert Oakes writes books about ghosts\, leads tours in haunted places\, and sings soulful original songs. He has written three books\, The Ghostly Tales of the Berkshires (2023)\, Ghosts of Northwestern New Jersey (2022)\, and Ghosts of the Berkshires (2020)\, all published by Arcadia Publishing. He has also released numerous recordings\, both as a solo artist and as part of the folk duo Oakes and Smith. Since 2010\, Robert has led immersive ghost storytelling experiences at historic locations in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts\, including Ventfort Hall\, Edith Wharton’s The Mount\, and Herman Melville’s Arrowhead. He has also given talks and readings for both children and adults at many libraries\, schools\, and cultural centers. Robert has appeared on Syfy’s Ghost Hunters\, Jeff Belanger’s New England Legends series on PBS\, and The Apple Seed show on BYUradio and has been featured in The Boston Globe\, The Berkshire Eagle\, and numerous other media outlets. Robert earned his master’s degree from the Middlebury Bread Loaf School of English and has taught elementary\, middle\, and high school English\, as well as adult writing workshops. \n“You’ll never look at the region the same way after chatting with Robert Oakes.”\n— Diane Bair\, The Boston Globe \n“Robert Oakes is an incredible speaker and tells … stories so elegantly you feel like you’ve stepped back in time!”\n—Drew Babineau\, paranormal investigator
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/among-the-primeval-shadows-exploring-the-strange-magic-of-edith-whartons-ghost-stories-with-robert-oakes-2-2/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Readings & Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T153000
DTSTAMP:20261015T164350Z
CREATED:20260731T164950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T164350Z
UID:10001591-1793368800-1793374200@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman
DESCRIPTION: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 and vitality\, and a walking meditation to experience “the art of connecting with nature through our senses\,” according to Dr. Qing Lin\, Chairman of the Japanese Society for Forest Medicine.\n\nBy being in rhythm with nature\, we awaken not only our senses but also wonder\, inspiration\, and our innate capacity for healing. Nature offers us soothing sounds\, stable ground\, and blooms with expressions of harmony that guide us home to experience these qualities within ourselves.\n\n\n  \n\n  \n\nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nPre-registration for this event is encouraged; there is a suggested donation of $20/per person.\nThis program meets at The Mount’s Ticket Booth and takes place outdoors\, rain or shine. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly—wear comfortable clothes suitable for movement. In the event of rain\, this program will be abbreviated to one hour. In the event of extreme weather conditions\, such as excessive heat or severe thunderstorms\, this program will be canceled. Registrants will be notified by email by 12:00 pm the day of the program.\nThere is a short trail walk of 0.5 miles at the start of this program. The Mount’s trails cover a mix of woodchip paths\, grassy areas\, and mostly level woodland trails with some gentle slopes. Surfaces may be uneven\, and participants are advised to be mindful of exposed roots and natural variations underfoot.\nWhile The Mount is a dog-friendly property\, dogs are not permitted in this program.\nQuestions? Email: maryhannah.parkman@gmail.com; or phone: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n  \n\n  \nMary Hannah Parkman is a certified Tai Chi Instructor and Yoga Teacher. She was drawn to Tai Chi by the nature-inspired movements and the dance between grace and strength. After practicing Tai Chi and Qi Gong for 10 years\, she earned her first Tai Chi certification in 2023. When Mary Hannah teaches Tai Chi\, she draws on her 12 years of experience as a mind-body movement instructor\, teaching yoga in studios\, wellness resorts\, public schools\, summer camps\, and leading mindful outdoor experiences. She delights in sharing the peace and vitality that come from being in nature\, and volunteers to support conservation efforts for Eastern Hemlock trees. 5% of donations to this program will go to support the New York State Hemlock Initiative
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/forest-bathing-tai-chi-2/2026-10-30/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movement & Dance,Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T184714Z
CREATED:20260723T164812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T184714Z
UID:10001565-1793383200-1793390400@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Ghost Tour of The Mount
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nGhost Tours of The Mount last approximately two hours and include a half-mile walk – rain-or-shine – on a gently sloped gravel road. Terrain may be uneven\, and stairs are required to experience the full tour. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly!\nParking for Ghost Tours is in The Mount’s lower lot\, adjacent to the Mansion. An attendant will direct you from the Ticket Booth.\nThis tour contains adult content that is not appropriate for young audiences under 12 years old. Families should consider attending one of our Ghost Tours for Kids.\nIn the event of severe weather\, Ghost Tours may be canceled. Ticket holders will be notified of a cancellation by email by 2:00 pm the day of the tour\, and all tickets will be canceled and refunded.\nAccessible accommodations are available. To discuss arrangements\, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: ticketbooth@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility\, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/ghost-tour-of-the-mount-23/2026-10-30/1/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ghost Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T220000
DTSTAMP:20260723T184714Z
CREATED:20260723T164812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T184714Z
UID:10001566-1793390400-1793397600@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Ghost Tour of The Mount
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nGhost Tours of The Mount last approximately two hours and include a half-mile walk – rain-or-shine – on a gently sloped gravel road. Terrain may be uneven\, and stairs are required to experience the full tour. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly!\nParking for Ghost Tours is in The Mount’s lower lot\, adjacent to the Mansion. An attendant will direct you from the Ticket Booth.\nThis tour contains adult content that is not appropriate for young audiences under 12 years old. Families should consider attending one of our Ghost Tours for Kids.\nIn the event of severe weather\, Ghost Tours may be canceled. Ticket holders will be notified of a cancellation by email by 2:00 pm the day of the tour\, and all tickets will be canceled and refunded.\nAccessible accommodations are available. To discuss arrangements\, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: ticketbooth@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility\, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/ghost-tour-of-the-mount-23/2026-10-30/2/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ghost Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T184714Z
CREATED:20260723T164812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T184714Z
UID:10001567-1793469600-1793476800@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Ghost Tour of The Mount
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nGhost Tours of The Mount last approximately two hours and include a half-mile walk – rain-or-shine – on a gently sloped gravel road. Terrain may be uneven\, and stairs are required to experience the full tour. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly!\nParking for Ghost Tours is in The Mount’s lower lot\, adjacent to the Mansion. An attendant will direct you from the Ticket Booth.\nThis tour contains adult content that is not appropriate for young audiences under 12 years old. Families should consider attending one of our Ghost Tours for Kids.\nIn the event of severe weather\, Ghost Tours may be canceled. Ticket holders will be notified of a cancellation by email by 2:00 pm the day of the tour\, and all tickets will be canceled and refunded.\nAccessible accommodations are available. To discuss arrangements\, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: ticketbooth@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility\, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/ghost-tour-of-the-mount-23/2026-10-31/1/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ghost Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T220000
DTSTAMP:20260723T184714Z
CREATED:20260723T164812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T184714Z
UID:10001568-1793476800-1793484000@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Ghost Tour of The Mount
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nGhost Tours of The Mount last approximately two hours and include a half-mile walk – rain-or-shine – on a gently sloped gravel road. Terrain may be uneven\, and stairs are required to experience the full tour. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly!\nParking for Ghost Tours is in The Mount’s lower lot\, adjacent to the Mansion. An attendant will direct you from the Ticket Booth.\nThis tour contains adult content that is not appropriate for young audiences under 12 years old. Families should consider attending one of our Ghost Tours for Kids.\nIn the event of severe weather\, Ghost Tours may be canceled. Ticket holders will be notified of a cancellation by email by 2:00 pm the day of the tour\, and all tickets will be canceled and refunded.\nAccessible accommodations are available. To discuss arrangements\, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: ticketbooth@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility\, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/ghost-tour-of-the-mount-23/2026-10-31/2/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ghost Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261101T000000
DTSTAMP:20260723T185928Z
CREATED:20260723T165016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T185928Z
UID:10001562-1793484000-1793491200@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Ghost Tour of The Mount
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nGhost Tours of The Mount last approximately two hours and include a half-mile walk – rain-or-shine – on a gently sloped gravel road. Terrain may be uneven\, and stairs are required to experience the full tour. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly!\nParking for Ghost Tours is in The Mount’s lower lot\, adjacent to the Mansion. An attendant will direct you from the Ticket Booth.\nThis tour contains adult content that is not appropriate for young audiences under 12 years old. Families should consider attending one of our Ghost Tours for Kids.\nIn the event of severe weather\, Ghost Tours may be canceled. Ticket holders will be notified of a cancellation by email by 2:00 pm the day of the tour\, and all tickets will be canceled and refunded.\nAccessible accommodations are available. To discuss arrangements\, please contact us by phone: 413-551-5111 x5; or email: ticketbooth@edithwharton.org. For more information about accessibility\, review The Mount’s accessibility webpage.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/ghost-tour-of-the-mount-24/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ghost Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T190000
DTSTAMP:20261016T134630Z
CREATED:20260921T212229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T134630Z
UID:10001656-1793815200-1793818800@edithwharton.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Panel Discussion | Hidden in the Archives: Publishing the Lost Works of Literary Legends
DESCRIPTION:Why do works of great literary luminaries remain unpublished during their lifetimes\, and what does it mean to bring a forgotten story to readers today?  \nCo-organized by Andrew Gulli\, editor of The Strand Magazine\, this panel explores the discovery\, editing\, publication\, and reception of previously unpublished works by literary icons. Joined by Laurence Hyman\, son and manager of the estate of Shirley Jackson\, Isabelle Parsons\, Edith Wharton scholar at The Open University\, UK\, and Jan Turnquist\, Executive Director of Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House\, Gulli will delve into the detective work behind these literary mysteries\, the decisions involved in bringing them to print\, and the new perspectives they can offer on writers we thought we knew. Featuring works by Edith Wharton\, Shirley Jackson\, and Louisa May Alcott\, the conversation offers a rare glimpse into the archives\, and the stories still waiting to be told.  \n  \n\n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nThis is a virtual program hosted on Zoom. Registration is recommended to receive the Zoom link via email. Join here!\n\n  \n\n  \nAndrew Gulli is the managing editor of The Strand Magazine\, where he’s published newly discovered works by iconic writers such as John Steinbeck\, Shirley Jackson\, Louisa May Alcott\, and more. He also curates original short fiction from today’s leading authors and is co-editing The Best of The Strand Magazine: 25 Years of Twists\, Turns\, and Tales. When he’s not working on the magazine\, you can find him uncovering lost literary treasures in university archives\, playing pickleball\, painting\, and even stamp collecting!    \n  \nLaurence Jackson Hyman is the eldest child of famed novelist Shirley Jackson and literary critic and teacher Stanley Edgar Hyman. Over the decades he has worked as a reporter-photographer for the Providence Journal-Bulletin and Berkshire Eagle newspapers; served as Director of Public Relations and Publications for Bennington College; taught Still Photography and Darkroom Arts at Bennington College; founded and managed Woodford Publishing and Woodford Press in San Francisco for 25 years\, where he produced many award-winning books and monographs; owned and managed Crescendo Studios\, audio post-production in San Francisco; and since 1995 has managed his mother’s literary estate—Shirley Jackson Literary Properties.  Laurence has collected and edited two volumes of his mother’s previously unpublished short stories\, Just an Ordinary Day (1996)\, and Let Me Tell You (2015)\, and edited The Letters of Shirley Jackson (2021).  Laurence has also served as Executive Producer for many film and stage adaptations of his mother’s work\, including “We Have Always Lived in the Castle\,” 2019.  Sixty-five of his black-and-white photographs are in the permanent collection of The Bennington Museum.  Laurence has also worked as a professional jazz trumpet player all his life since the age of 14.  He currently resides in Western Sonoma County\, California\, surrounded by redwood trees.  \n  \nIsabelle Parsons is an associate lecturer and honorary associate in English and Creative Writing at The Open University\, UK. She wrote The Secrets and Silences of Edith Wharton’s Women\, and her articles have appeared in the Edith Wharton Review. These include an analytical reading of ‘The Men Who Saved the World’\, Wharton’s recently published short story that she encountered in the Beinecke Library as the recipient of an Edith Wharton Society Award for Archival Research in 2019. She has a background in archaeology but\, having completed her PhD on Wharton in 2021\, returns often (and eagerly!) to this novelist’s doings.  \n  \nJan Turnquist is Executive Director of Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House\, a historical consultant\, and an Emmy winner for her Orchard House documentary\, which streams on PBS. Jan portrays Louisa May Alcott throughout the United States and across Japan\, where she was invited to the Imperial Palace to meet Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko due to the Empress’ abiding appreciation of Little Women.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/hidden-in-the-archives/
LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88152743843
CATEGORIES:Author Talks & Conversations,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260925T135953Z
CREATED:20260924T192552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T135953Z
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SUMMARY:The Lit Salon | An Evening with Author Marcia Chatelain Accompanied by Singer-Songwriter Chantell McCulloch
DESCRIPTION:The Lit Salon of the Berkshires is a new series bringing together literature and music through intimate\, candlelit conversations and live performances. Presented by The Mount at Barrington Hall and curated by author Michelle Young (The Art Spy)\, the Salon creates a warm\, intimate setting for the community to gather\, connect\, and experience the written word and music in unexpected combinations. \nFrom Pulitzer Prize-winning author Marcia Chatelain comes the little-known story of the pioneering Black women who helped shape the 1963 March on Washington—artists and activists who were seen\, yet too often left unheard. How Bright the Path Grows: The Untold Story of the Women Who Made the March on Washington is a scintillating group biography\, rendering the lives of thirteen Black women visionaries—some famous\, others soon to be—in novelistic detail and like never seen before. Moderated by Michelle Young and featuring an accompanying performance by acclaimed singer-songwriter Chantell McCulloch\, this conversation and performance brings these trailblazing women into the spotlight\, from cultural icons Josephine Baker\, Rosa Parks\, and Mahalia Jackson to Eva Jessye\, the choir director who designed the day’s musical program\, and Anna Hedgeman\, the coordinator who pushed in the eleventh hour for a tribute to Black women’s work.\n  \n\n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nThis program takes place offsite at Barrington Hall\, 426 Stockbridge Road\, Great Barrington\, MA 01230\, a fully accessible event venue.\nDoors open at 6:00 pm. A cash bar and food truck will be available.\nSeating at Barrington Hall is first come\, first served.\nAll ticket sales are final\, and Barrington Hall is unable to offer refunds for missed events.\nIf an event is cancelled or postponed\, the venue will notify all ticket holders and provide the option to receive a refund or hold onto your ticket for the new date.\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org; or call: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n  \n\n  \nABOUT THE AUTHOR: \nMarcia Chatelain is a Presidential Penn Compact Professor of Africana studies at the University of Pennsylvania. She is the author of South Side Girls and Franchise\, which won the 2021 Pulitzer Prize in History\, the James Beard Foundation Book Award for Writing\, the Hagley Prize for Business History\, and the Lawrence W. Levine Award from the Organization of American Historians. An active public speaker and educational consultant\, Chatelain has received awards and honors from the Ford Foundation\, the American Association of University Women\, and the German Marshall Fund of the United States. \n  \nABOUT THE MUSICIAN: \nChantell McCulloch\, healing songstress\, is a classically trained vocalist from Chicago\, known for her commanding vocal agility and soulfully connected performance style. Her artistic credits include sharing the stage with Grammy-nominated artists like Matt Cusson\, opening for Grammy Award-winning cellist Yo-Yo Ma\, and Grammy Award-winning pianist Emmanuel Ax\, and recording for PBS Kids and Sesame Street. In 2026\, Berkshire Magazine named Chantell as a recipient of Berkshire 25 for her work around the county. Performing blues\, jazz\, and classical soul\, her uniquely styled arrangements transform her performances into spaces of collective encouragement\, hope\, and healing. Photo: Lee Everett \n  \nABOUT THE CURATOR: \nMichelle Young is an award-winning journalist and author. Her latest book\, The Art Spy: The Extraordinary Untold Tale of World War II Resistance Hero Rose Valland\, was named a Best Book of 2025 by the New York Public Library\, Library Journal\, and Hyperallergic\, and a 2026 Massachusetts Book Award Honoree. The book was also a finalist for the Marfield Prize—The National Award for Arts Writing—and the Lambda Literary Prize\, and was longlisted for the 2025 American Library of Paris Book Award.  \n  \nABOUT THE VENUE: \nBarrington Hall is an event venue and gathering place in Great Barrington\, Massachusetts. With a focus on serving and being an active part of the Berkshire community\, the Hall brings people together for live music\, comedy\, cultural programming\, weddings\, private celebrations\, and community gatherings.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/lit-salon-marcia-chatelain/
LOCATION:Barrington Hall\, 426 Stockbridge Road\, Great Barrington\, 01230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Talks & Conversations,Music
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SUMMARY:In the Footsteps of Edith
DESCRIPTION: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 walk that will begin with reading a brief passage of Wharton’s writing—a poem\, letter\, or excerpt from a work of fiction—to enhance your connection to nature and frame an intention for the experience. Throughout the journey\, participants are welcome to share reflections.  \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nIn the Footsteps of Edith is a free program with limited capacity – registration is required.\nThis program meets at The Mount’s Ticket Booth and takes place outdoors\, rain or shine. Please plan your apparel and footwear accordingly! In the event of extreme weather conditions\, such as excessive heat or severe thunderstorms\, In the Footsteps of Edith will be postponed. Registrants will be notified of any changes by email by 8:00 am the day of the program.\nThe 1.5-mile trail walk covers a mix of woodland trails of uneven terrain\, bridges\, steps\, and gentle slopes – perfect for beginning/intermediate hikers. Surfaces may be uneven\, and participants are advised to be mindful of exposed roots and natural variations underfoot. Walking poles and closed-toed shoes are advised.\nWhile The Mount is a dog-friendly property\, dogs are not permitted in this program.\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org; or phone: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n  \n\n  \nNancy Seguin is a passionate explorer of nature\, history\, and cultural landscapes. She enjoys creating space for mindfulness\, reflection\, and deeper connections to nature. Her walks are as much about slowing down and turning in as they are about exploring a trail past and present\, offering a fun and inviting way to bring communities together\, share perspectives\, and experience the outdoors with intention in all seasons. In addition to The Mount\, Nancy is a Hiking Guide for OLLI at BCC\, BNRC\, and previously with Berkshire Camino.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/in-the-footsteps-of-edith-13-8/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature
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SUMMARY:The Men Who Saved the World | Stories & Strings from the Great War
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Veterans Day for a dramatic reading of Edith Wharton’s newly published wartime story\, The Men Who Saved the World\, discovered in the archives of Yale’s Beinecke Library.  \nPerformed by acclaimed actor Anne Undeland\, the reading brings to life a remarkable work of fiction appearing in print for the first time this year. Following the performance\, Berkshire County’s Trek Track Collective string quartet will perform music written during the Great War.  \nSet in the summer of 1918\, The Men Who Saved the World unfolds inside a French château just a few miles from the front. The dining room has been restored to its prewar elegance—a tablescape of orchids\, candlelight\, and fine dinnerware—though earlier in the war\, an army surgeon amputated limbs on that very table. Outside\, artillery fire and falling bombs punctuate the night. Inside\, the guests carry on the rituals of polite society.  \nWharton’s wartime fiction was deeply informed by her own extraordinary humanitarian work in France. Many readers are unaware that\, during World War I\, she founded and administered three organizations that collectively provided aid to some 10\,000 displaced people over five years. She also organized the shipment of blankets\, clothing\, and other essential supplies to soldiers at the front.  \nFrom the Drawing Room of The Mount\, this special Veterans Day program will highlight Wharton’s humanitarian efforts to contextualize the dramatic reading of The Men Who Saved the World\, performed by Anne Undeland. To conclude\, Trek Track Collective string quartet will play music written during the time of the Great War\, bringing the era vividly to life through stories and strings.  \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\n\n\nThis event takes place in The Mount’s Drawing Room\, which is located on the second floor of the Mansion. An elevator is available to assist those with mobility concerns.\n\n\n\n\nPlease park in the Upper Parking Lot. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to allow time to enjoy the quarter-mile walk down the driveway to the Mansion. Golf carts run throughout the day if you require assistance to the event location. Accessible parking is available in spaces adjacent to the Mansion.\n\n\n\n\nIn the event of extreme weather\, such as a snowstorm\, this program may be postponed or canceled. All ticket holders will be notified by email at least two hours before the scheduled start time if a change is necessary. Those wishing to cancel their ticket orders will receive full refunds. To cancel\, email: programs@edithwharton.org\n\n\n\n\nSeating for all programs at The Mount is first come\, first served. If you have seating preferences\, we recommend arriving fifteen minutes early.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessible 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.\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org; or phone: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n\n\n  \n\n  \n  \nTrek Track is Eileen Markland\, Bing Liu\, Hannah Roberts\, and Robbie Wilson\, a collective of string players who honor the classics while pushing the boundaries of what a string ensemble can be. Drawing on diverse musical backgrounds\, they bring together tradition\, experimentation\, and a shared sense of adventure. Their repertoire moves fluidly across genres\, reimagining familiar music while exploring unexpected sounds and styles. Rooted in the classical tradition but never confined by it\, they make music without borders. \n  \n  \n  \nAnne Undeland is a theater artist who has worked throughout the Northeast. In addition to acting\, Anne has developed living history programs\, run oral history projects\, narrated audiobooks\, puppeteered\, and played roles in productions for BBC radio and WBUR/Boston. Lately\, she’s branched out into playwriting; her most recent play\, Wharton Between the Sheets\, was produced by Great Barrington Public Theater\, Boston’s Gloucester Stage\, and the Middlebury Acting Company. Her newest work\, Madame Mozart\, made its debut at Great Barrington Public Theater in July 2025.  \n 
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/the-men-who-saved-the-world-stories-strings-from-the-great-war/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Readings & Performance
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SUMMARY:The Men Who Saved the World | Stories & Strings from the Great War
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Veterans Day for a dramatic reading of Edith Wharton’s newly published wartime story\, The Men Who Saved the World\, discovered in the archives of Yale’s Beinecke Library.  \nPerformed by acclaimed actor Anne Undeland\, the reading brings to life a remarkable work of fiction appearing in print for the first time this year. Following the performance\, Berkshire County’s Trek Track string quartet will perform music written during the Great War.  \nSet in the summer of 1918\, The Men Who Saved the World unfolds inside a French château just a few miles from the front. The dining room has been restored to its prewar elegance—a tablescape of orchids\, candlelight\, and fine dinnerware—though earlier in the war\, an army surgeon amputated limbs on that very table. Outside\, artillery fire and falling bombs punctuate the night. Inside\, the guests carry on the rituals of polite society.  \nWharton’s wartime fiction was deeply informed by her own extraordinary humanitarian work in France. Many readers are unaware that\, during World War I\, she founded and administered three organizations that collectively provided aid to some 10\,000 displaced people over five years. She also organized the shipment of blankets\, clothing\, and other essential supplies to soldiers at the front.  \nFrom the Drawing Room of The Mount\, this special Veterans Day program will highlight Wharton’s humanitarian efforts to contextualize the dramatic reading of The Men Who Saved the World\, performed by Anne Undeland. To conclude\, Trek Track Collective string quartet will play music written during the time of the Great War\, bringing the era vividly to life through stories and strings.  \nVeterans are invited to attend this program for free. Thank you for your service. \n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\n\n\nThis event takes place in The Mount’s Drawing Room\, which is located on the second floor of the Mansion. An elevator is available to assist those with mobility concerns.\n\n\n\n\nPlease park in the Upper Parking Lot. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to allow time to enjoy the quarter-mile walk down the driveway to the Mansion. Golf carts run throughout the day if you require assistance to the event location. Accessible parking is available in spaces adjacent to the Mansion.\n\n\n\n\nIn the event of extreme weather\, such as a snowstorm\, this program may be postponed or canceled. All ticket holders will be notified by email at least two hours before the scheduled start time if a change is necessary. Those wishing to cancel their ticket orders will receive full refunds. To cancel\, email: programs@edithwharton.org\n\n\n\n\nSeating for all programs at The Mount is first come\, first served. If you have seating preferences\, we recommend arriving fifteen minutes early.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccessible 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.\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org; or phone: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n\n\n  \n\n  \nTrek Track is Eileen Markland\, Bing Liu\, Hannah Roberts\, and Robbie Wilson\, a collective of string players who honor the classics while pushing the boundaries of what a string ensemble can be. Drawing on diverse musical backgrounds\, they bring together tradition\, experimentation\, and a shared sense of adventure. Their repertoire moves fluidly across genres\, reimagining familiar music while exploring unexpected sounds and styles. Rooted in the classical tradition but never confined by it\, they make music without borders. \n  \n  \n  \nAnne Undeland is a theater artist who has worked throughout the Northeast. In addition to acting\, Anne has developed living history programs\, run oral history projects\, narrated audiobooks\, puppeteered\, and played roles in productions for BBC radio and WBUR/Boston. Lately\, she’s branched out into playwriting; her most recent play\, Wharton Between the Sheets\, was produced by Great Barrington Public Theater\, Boston’s Gloucester Stage\, and the Middlebury Acting Company. Her newest work\, Madame Mozart\, made its debut at Great Barrington Public Theater in July 2025.  \n 
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/the-men-who-saved-the-world-stories-strings-from-the-great-war-2/
LOCATION:The Mount\, 2 Plunkett Street\, Lenox\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Readings & Performance
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SUMMARY:The Lit Salon | An Evening with Author Colin Asher Accompanied by Singer-Songwriter George Oldziey
DESCRIPTION:The Lit Salon of the Berkshires is a new series bringing together literature and music through intimate\, candlelit conversations and live performances. Presented by The Mount at Barrington Hall and curated by author Michelle Young (The Art Spy)\, the Salon creates a warm\, intimate setting for the community to gather\, connect\, and experience the written word and music in unexpected combinations. \nFINALIST FOR THE 2026 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FOR NONFICTION • AN INDEPENDENT PRESS BESTSELLER  \nIn American popular music\, we often glorify rebellious artists and “outlaws.” In his new book\, The Midnight Special: The Secret Prison of American Music\, Colin Asher reveals a lesser-known story: how the criminal justice system has shaped the lives\, careers\, and legacies of American musicians. Moderated by Michelle Young and featuring an accompanying performance by award-winning composer George Oldziey\, this conversation and performance will trace the history of twentieth-century incarceration—from Southern prison farms and the heroin-driven drug war that villainized a generation of jazz artists\, to the dawn of mass incarceration. Along the way\, Asher explores how prisons occasionally incubate musical talent\, but more often cut careers short\, constrain artistic lives\, and distort the public’s understanding of musicians and their value to society.   \n  \n\n  \nIMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: \n\nThis program takes place offsite at Barrington Hall\, 426 Stockbridge Road\, Great Barrington\, MA 01230\, a fully accessible event venue.\nDoors open at 6:00 pm. A cash bar and food truck will be available.\nSeating at Barrington Hall is first come\, first served.\nAll ticket sales are final\, and Barrington Hall is unable to offer refunds for missed events.\nIf an event is cancelled or postponed\, the venue will notify all ticket holders and provide the option to receive a refund or hold onto your ticket for the new date.\nQuestions? Email: programs@edithwharton.org; or call: 413-551-5111 x2\n\n  \n\n  \nABOUT THE AUTHOR: \nColin Asher is the author of the critically acclaimed Never a Lovely So Real. His work has been featured in the Believer\, the Baffler\, the New Republic\, and the Los Angeles Review of Books. He lives in Brooklyn\, New York.   \n  \nABOUT THE MUSICIAN: \nGeorge Oldziey has had a widely versatile career as a performer\, composer and educator. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Trumpet Performance from Manhattan School of Music and a Master’s degree in Composition from Texas State University. As an in-house composer for Electronic Arts’ Origin Systems\, he created music for iconic video game series including Wing Commander and SpongeBob SquarePants. His extensive film credits include Spy Kids 2 and 3D\, Once Upon a Time in Mexico\, Kill Bill Vol. 2\, Sin City\, The Grinch\, and The House of Gucci. He also arranged Mon Laferte’s Latin Grammy-winning album\, Norma. Currently\, Oldziey is an Associate Professor in Screen Scoring at Berklee College of Music.  \n  \nABOUT THE CURATOR: \nMichelle Young is an award-winning journalist and author. Her latest book\, The Art Spy: The Extraordinary Untold Tale of World War II Resistance Hero Rose Valland\, was named a Best Book of 2025 by the New York Public Library\, Library Journal\, and Hyperallergic\, and a 2026 Massachusetts Book Award Honoree. The book was also a finalist for the Marfield Prize—The National Award for Arts Writing—and the Lambda Literary Prize\, and was longlisted for the 2025 American Library of Paris Book Award.  \n  \nABOUT THE VENUE: \nBarrington Hall is an event venue and gathering place in Great Barrington\, Massachusetts. With a focus on serving and being an active part of the Berkshire community\, the Hall brings people together for live music\, comedy\, cultural programming\, weddings\, private celebrations\, and community gatherings.
URL:https://edithwharton.org/event/lit-salon-colin-asher/
LOCATION:Barrington Hall\, 426 Stockbridge Road\, Great Barrington\, 01230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Talks & Conversations,Music
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