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 […]
Learn about fireflies and how best to view or gently catch and release these mystical glowing lights of summer. After a presentation about the unique lives of these diverse insects, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Did you know many of today’s favorite kids’ graphic novelists got their start making scrappy, mini-comics by hand? In this workshop, participants will dream up characters, build their own worlds, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
In a 90-minute, STEAM-themed maker-skills workshop, Playful Engineers brings their traveling makerspace to The Mount, with all the materials and tools required for kids and families to build their own […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 captivating portrait of a true American original, Ain’t Nobody’s […]
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 captivating portrait of a true American original, Ain’t Nobody’s […]
Immerse yourself in a restorative walk that blends the calming practice of forest bathing with empowering, hands-on learning about our region’s majestic Eastern hemlock trees. Along The Mount’s woodland trails, […]
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 […]
Curated by musician and educator Michael Junkins, this special jazz event explores the creative pulse behind the music. A performance by jazz innovator Peggy Stern will be interwoven with storytelling and conversation that journeys into the mind of the artist, highlighting the creative process—from inspiration to improvisation. Peggy […]
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 […]
Our doors will officially open for the Summer season on May 9, 2026. We look forward to welcoming you then!
