The Mount, Edith Wharton's Home

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. IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION: In the Foot

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Come enjoy a time to rest, breathe deeply, and reconnect during an outdoor sound bath on the Terraced Lawn of The Mount. Step 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 t

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A READING OF ROMAN FEVER Written by Edith Wharton Adapted to the stage by Dennis Krausnick Directed by Normi Noel Featuring Corinna May, Diane Prusha, and David Joseph Edith 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

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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. By being in rhythm with nature, we awaken not only our senses but also wonder, inspiration, and our innate capacity for healing. N

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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 l

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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 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 to

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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.

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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. By being in rhythm with nature, we awaken not only our senses but also wonder, inspiration, and our innate capacity for healing. N

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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 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 to

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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 l

Source: edithwharton.org · Last verified Sep 27, 2026

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. By being in rhythm with nature, we awaken not only our senses but also wonder, inspiration, and our innate capacity for healing. N

Source: edithwharton.org · Last verified Sep 27, 2026