Embark on a reflective journey through the woods, meadows, and grounds of Edith Wharton’s estate. Join Nancy, an experienced trail guide, as she leads us In the Footsteps of Edith. […]
The open meadows of Edith Wharton Park, situated near the wetlands and forests around Laurel Lake and The Mount, are a great place to look for butterflies and other flower-loving […]
Please note: Due to a private event, the Grounds, Main House, and Bookstore will close at 4:00 PM today. The Terrace Café will close at 2pm.
Join experienced outdoor guide and certified Tai Chi instructor, Mary Hannah Parkman, for a guided trail walk and forest bathing experience with simple to follow standing Tai Chi warmups and […]
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.
This event has been moved to the Stable Auditorium, adjacent to the Ticket booth! Bring the whole family to Under the Tent, a free kids’ concert series featuring lively performances […]
Sunday, June 15, 2:30 pm Ages 8 - 12 Bestselling author Carolyn Mackler will present her new middle grade novel, Right Back at You (Scholastic, 2025) and lead a workshop rooted in the themes of social connection, community building, and anti-bullying. Right Back at You is a about two seventh-graders separated by thirty-six years who […]
Enjoy the ancient Chinese, mind-body practice of Qigong, meaning “mastery of your life-force energy,” next to our beautiful French Flower Garden. Qigong, a simpler form of Tai Chi, combines gentle […]
Join The Literacy Network (LitNet) and Isaiah Stavchansky, instructor of the Restless Books Immigrant Writing Lab, for a writing workshop centered on constructing and sharing stories about immigration and family ancestry. By […]
“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 […]
Though best known for her novels, Edith Wharton was an avid poet. It was through verse that she expressed her capacity for intimacy and deep introspection, revealing an emotional complexity […]
Join experienced outdoor guide and certified Tai Chi instructor, Mary Hannah Parkman, for a guided trail walk and forest bathing experience with simple to follow standing Tai Chi warmups and […]