The Mount

Name: Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman
Start: 2026-07-17T14:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-07-17T15:30:00+00:00
Location: The Mount

2 Plunkett Street
Lenox, MA United States Get Directions

Events at this venue

June 2026
Make-and-Take Arts-and-Crafts!

Featured June 7 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Make-and-Take Arts-and-Crafts!

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

FREE
Qigong with Jamie Greene

Featured June 8 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Qigong with Jamie Greene

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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, and meditation with the goal of improving and maintaining physical and emotional health. This self-care practice has been found to relieve stress and anxiety, calm […]

FREE
Le Café Français

Featured June 9 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Le Café Français

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

“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 as The Mount's Terrace Café does not open until 11:00 am. This series is free and open to the public! IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: This […]

FREE
Birding with Mass Audubon | Spring Migration

Featured June 10 @ 8:00 am - 9:30 am Birding with Mass Audubon | Spring Migration

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

Explore Edith Wharton’s original estate, from its woodlands and wetlands to its open meadows, on a relaxed, beginner-friendly birding walk. Learn how to spot and identify both migrating and resident birds, with a focus on the fundamentals of bird-finding, identification, and behavioral observation. Rather than keeping a running list, we’ll slow down and enjoy the […]

FREE
In the Footsteps of Edith

Featured June 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 pm In the Footsteps of Edith

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

FREE
Natalia Bernal Quintet

Featured June 11 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

Soak in the beauty of The Mount as soulful jazz drifts through the summer air. Our annual music series returns with Sounds of Summer, featuring an exciting lineup of live performances curated by jazz musician Michael Junkins. Bring a blanket, stretch out on the lawn, and enjoy a picnic—or grab a bite from the food […]

FREE
Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

Featured June 12 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

$20
Qigong with Jamie Greene

Featured June 15 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Qigong with Jamie Greene

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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, and meditation with the goal of improving and maintaining physical and emotional health. This self-care practice has been found to relieve stress and anxiety, calm […]

FREE
Le Café Français

Featured June 16 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Le Café Français

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

“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 as The Mount's Terrace Café does not open until 11:00 am. This series is free and open to the public! IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: This […]

FREE
Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

Featured June 19 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

$20
Stories & Stretches

Featured June 21 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Stories & Stretches

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 Flow on Main yoga studio. Students will participate in coordinated movements, playful games, mindful meditations, and breathing exercises. Stories & Stretches is designed to encourage […]

FREE
Qigong with Jamie Greene

Featured June 22 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Qigong with Jamie Greene

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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, and meditation with the goal of improving and maintaining physical and emotional health. This self-care practice has been found to relieve stress and anxiety, calm […]

FREE
Le Café Français

Featured June 23 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Le Café Français

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

“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 as The Mount's Terrace Café does not open until 11:00 am. This series is free and open to the public! IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: This […]

FREE
Lightning Bug Light Show with Mass Audubon

Featured June 24 @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

Experience a magical summer light show with your family and learn how best to view or gently catch and release fireflies! After a short presentation, we'll take an evening walk in the meadows for firefly viewing while keeping our eyes open for the stars, planets, and twilight wildlife. IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: This is a […]

$12 – $15
Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

Featured June 26 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

$20
Tunes for Tots with Berkshire Music School

Featured June 28 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Tunes for Tots with Berkshire Music School

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

This Sunday morning music and movement class introduces children to a wide array of music from all different genres and origins through an equally wide array of fun, age-appropriate, student-oriented activities. Led by Ms. Julia of Berkshire Music School, Tunes for Tots incorporates instruction in both English and Spanish. IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: This program is […]

FREE
Qigong with Jamie Greene

Featured June 29 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Qigong with Jamie Greene

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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, and meditation with the goal of improving and maintaining physical and emotional health. This self-care practice has been found to relieve stress and anxiety, calm […]

FREE
Le Café Français

Featured June 30 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Le Café Français

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

“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 as The Mount's Terrace Café does not open until 11:00 am. This series is free and open to the public! IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: This […]

FREE
July 2026
Evening Firefly Watch with Mass Audubon

Featured July 1 @ 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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, we'll take an evening walk in the meadows for firefly viewing while keeping our eyes open for the stars, planets, and twilight wildlife. IMPORTANT […]

$15 – $20
Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

Featured July 3 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

$20
Make-and-Take Arts-and-Crafts!

Featured July 5 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Make-and-Take Arts-and-Crafts!

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

FREE
Qigong with Jamie Greene

Featured July 6 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Qigong with Jamie Greene

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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, and meditation with the goal of improving and maintaining physical and emotional health. This self-care practice has been found to relieve stress and anxiety, calm […]

FREE
Julia Ioffe, Motherland: A Feminist History of Modern Russia, from Revolution to Autocracy

Featured July 6 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Summer Author Series

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST In Motherland, acclaimed journalist Julia Ioffe […]

$27 – $32
Le Café Français

Featured July 7 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Le Café Français

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

“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 as The Mount's Terrace Café does not open until 11:00 am. This series is free and open to the public! IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: This […]

FREE
StoryTime at the StoryWalk with South Berkshire Kids!

Featured July 7 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Storytime at the StoryWalk with South Berkshire Kids!

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

FREE
Julia Ioffe, Motherland: A Feminist History of Modern Russia, from Revolution to Autocracy

Featured July 7 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Summer Author Series

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST In Motherland, acclaimed journalist Julia Ioffe […]

$27 – $32
In the Footsteps of Edith

Featured July 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 pm In the Footsteps of Edith

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

FREE
Lenox to Harlem: The Life and Art of James Van Der Zee with Donna Van Der Zee and Jeff L. Rosenheim

Featured July 8 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

$10 – $15
Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

Featured July 10 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

$20
Ghost Tour of The Mount

Featured July 10 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm Ghost Tours of The Mount

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

Feel a tingle down your spine as our guides lead you through The Mount's darkened halls, sharing stories of the many eerie encounters that have been reported over the years. Ghost tours start in July and continue through Halloween! Advance registration is required. IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: Ghost Tours of The Mount last approximately two […]

$25 – $30
Playful Engineers Artful Mechanisms Workshop

Featured July 12 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

$5
Guided Tour of Sculpture at The Mount

Featured July 12 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Guided Tour of Sculpture at The Mount

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 Flourish, showcasing artwork that conveys connection, growth, hope, flora and fauna, resilience, and the ways that a community thrives by bringing people together. These limited-capacity […]

FREE
Walking with WordXWord

Featured July 12 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Walking with WordXWord

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

FREE
Qigong with Jamie Greene

Featured July 13 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Qigong with Jamie Greene

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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, and meditation with the goal of improving and maintaining physical and emotional health. This self-care practice has been found to relieve stress and anxiety, calm […]

FREE
Mark Braude, The Typewriter and the Guillotine: An American Journalist, a German Serial Killer, and Paris on the Eve of WWII

Featured July 13 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Summer Author Series

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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. AN INDIEBOUND BESTSELLER A trailblazing American journalist in Paris, Janet […]

$27 – $32
Le Café Français

Featured July 14 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Le Café Français

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

“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 as The Mount's Terrace Café does not open until 11:00 am. This series is free and open to the public! IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: This […]

FREE
Mark Braude, The Typewriter and the Guillotine: An American Journalist, a German Serial Killer, and Paris on the Eve of WWII

Featured July 14 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Summer Author Series

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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. AN INDIEBOUND BESTSELLER A trailblazing American journalist in Paris, Janet […]

$27 – $32
Plants & Prose with Vanessa Chakour

Featured July 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 pm Plants & Prose

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 connection to place through creative writing prompts, imagining the world from the perspectives of plants as a way to see, understand, and relate to the natural world. […]

$10 – $15
Jodi Kantor, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist and Author

Featured July 16 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Summer Author Series

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

$35 – $40
Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

Featured July 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Forest Bathing & Tai Chi with Mary Hannah Parkman

The Mount 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

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 […]

$20

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