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.
Kids of all ages are invited to explore their creativity with The Mount's art educators. In each session, young artists will experiment with fun mixed-media projects inspired by the theme of the monthly StoryWalk. All skill levels are welcome, and everyone will leave with a one-of-a-kind creation to take home. All materials are provided—just bring […]
Alien octopus arms! Mystical dragon wings! Retractable robot legs! Giant glowing green eyeballs! Mad scientists! This workshop with author and illustrator Matt McElligott will unleash your inner creature design studio. Join Matt as he reads from his books and demonstrates some of his favorite illustration techniques. Then, everyone will get to work creating their own monster-alien-robot masterpieces! […]
In this immersive series, poets create new works inspired by selected pieces from Sculpture at The Mount. Walking with WordXWord is a roving poetry reading that invites audiences to "see" The Mount's woods, meadows, and grounds – and the art within it – anew. IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: This program meets behind The Mount’s Stable and […]
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, […]
Since 1993, the Summer Author Series has brought award-winning biographers to The Mount. This year's Series explores lives and ideas that have challenged convention. From unsung heroes to innovators, these talks invite us to reflect on how acts of courage—large and small—have challenged assumptions and expanded our collective imagination. NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY NPR […]
“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 a lively read-aloud, then grab a seat at the craft table for a hands-on activity or continue the adventure by exploring The Mount's trails and […]
Since 1993, the Summer Author Series has brought award-winning biographers to The Mount. This year's Series explores lives and ideas that have challenged convention. From unsung heroes to innovators, these talks invite us to reflect on how acts of courage—large and small—have challenged assumptions and expanded our collective imagination. NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY NPR […]
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 […]
The future is wildly uncertain, and while that can be cause for anxiety and stress, it may also serve as our biggest source of inspiration. What happens when we make space—internally and collectively—for futures that haven’t yet been named? How do we learn to trust what we cannot fully imagine, and still lead our lives with optimism, resilience, and hope? […]
This event has reached full capacity. To join the waitlist, please submit this form -- we will be in touch about ticket availability! Curated by André Bernard, former Vice President of the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, In Conversation features great thinkers and influential voices whose contributions shape our culture today. Crossing the fields of […]
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.
Bring the whole family to Under the Tent, a free family concert series featuring lively performances by local folk, bluegrass, and kindie rock musicians. With toe-tapping tunes and a festive atmosphere, these concerts are a fun introduction to a range of musical genres and styles. For Community Day, The Mount welcomes MISTER G! Ben Gundersheimer […]
Get ready for a day of music, stories, and hands-on fun at The Mount’s second annual multicultural Community Day! The festivities kick off with a rocking performance by Latin GRAMMY Award–winning, bilingual kids’ musician MISTER G, followed by a musical StoryWalk tour reading aloud his new book, Baby Ballena. Then, explore the grounds and dive […]
The Literacy Network (LitNet) invites you to an unforgettable evening of live storytelling. Immigrant learners enrolled in LitNet’s English language program have partnered with acclaimed storytelling coach Sheela Clary to craft and perform powerful true stories—stories of courage, resilience, humor, and hope—shared onstage in their own voices. Celebrate the art of storytelling and the strength […]
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, […]
Since 1993, the Summer Author Series has brought award-winning biographers to The Mount. This year's Series explores lives and ideas that have challenged convention. From unsung heroes to innovators, these talks invite us to reflect on how acts of courage—large and small—have challenged assumptions and expanded our collective imagination. 2026 PULITZER PRIZE WINNER • A NEW YORK TIMES […]
“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 […]
Since 1993, the Summer Author Series has brought award-winning biographers to The Mount. This year's Series explores lives and ideas that have challenged convention. From unsung heroes to innovators, these talks invite us to reflect on how acts of courage—large and small—have challenged assumptions and expanded our collective imagination. 2026 PULITZER PRIZE WINNER • NEW YORK TIMES EDITOR'S […]
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 […]
New York Stories is a new series of talks and live interviews exploring the lives of the artists, influencers, and powerbrokers who have shaped the political and cultural landscape of New York City. Through personal stories, pivotal moments, and the history of institutions they built, challenged, or transformed, the series examines how these figures influenced New York’s past and continue […]
Food connects us deeply to who we are and where we come from. In this heartfelt, interactive workshop, participants will explore and celebrate their family histories, immigrant roots, and cherished memories through the powerful lens of food and recipes. Guided by Carol Murko, founder of Heirloom Meals, the session offers a warm space to reflect […]
Curated by André Bernard, former Vice President of the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, In Conversation features great thinkers and influential voices whose contributions shape our culture today. Crossing the fields of politics, journalism, humanities, and the arts, these conversations will explore fresh perspectives that spark curiosity and ignite new ways of thinking about our […]
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.
Stories & Stretches is an outdoor, movement-based workshop designed for kids of all ages. Blending storytelling and yoga, this lively series is brought to us by Kimberly Kidder, owner of […]
Venture throughout the grounds of The Mount with our youth education team to explore Sculpture at The Mount, an exhibition featuring more than 20 works of contemporary outdoor sculpture. Participants […]
Sculpture at The Mount features works of contemporary outdoor sculpture in a range of media throughout The Mount’s vibrant woods, gardens, and grounds. This year’s exhibition celebrates the theme of […]
In 1950, Philip and Stephanie Barber opened the Music Inn, a groundbreaking home for jazz and blues nestled among the barns and outbuildings of the Wheatleigh estate. This unlikely venue drew legendary Black jazz performers—John Lewis, Dizzy Gillespie, Max Roach, Oscar Peterson, Kenny Dorham, and others—many of whom also served as faculty-in-residence at the Lenox School of Jazz, a vital center of the genre’s avant-garde. In The […]
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, […]
Since 1993, the Summer Author Series has brought award-winning biographers to The Mount. This year's Series explores lives and ideas that have challenged convention. From unsung heroes to innovators, these talks invite us to reflect on how acts of courage—large and small—have challenged assumptions and expanded our collective imagination. A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • WINNER OF THE […]
“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 […]
Since 1993, the Summer Author Series has brought award-winning biographers to The Mount. This year's Series explores lives and ideas that have challenged convention. From unsung heroes to innovators, these talks invite us to reflect on how acts of courage—large and small—have challenged assumptions and expanded our collective imagination. A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • WINNER OF THE […]
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this program has been canceled. Please consider joining us on September 16! 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 […]
Join us to experience the work of Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Marie Howe, who will read from her latest, Pulitzer Prize-winning poetry collection, New and Selected Poems, an essential volume of twenty new poems and selections drawn from […]
As evening settles in, bats begin their nightly flight over open meadows. This family-friendly program begins with a short, welcoming introduction to bat natural history and common misconceptions, then moves […]
