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Sculpture at The Mount

The Mount / Edith Wharton's Home 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

Sculpture at The Mount features works of contemporary outdoor sculpture in a range of media throughout the vibrant woods, gardens, and grounds of The Mount. The 2025 exhibition theme, Movement, […]

NightWood

The Mount / Edith Wharton's Home 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

Come be transported into a magical landscape where stunning scenic elements, dramatic lighting, and a beautiful musical score evoke wonder and awaken the imagination. Drawing inspiration from the natural world of The Mount, NightWood is a unique sound and light immersion that takes visitors on a 1-mile illuminated path through the woods and gardens of […]

$12 – $27

Robert A. Caro

The Mount / Edith Wharton's Home 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

Robert A. Caro is the author of two Pulitzer Prize-winning biographies, "The Power Broker" and "The Master of the Senate", volume three of the series "The Years of Lyndon Johnson." In this exclusive interview with André Bernard, Caro will delve into the process behind his in-depth research and distinctive narrative style. This talk is part […]

Jayne Anne Phillips

The Mount / Edith Wharton's Home 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

Pulitzer Prize-winning author of "Night Watch" joins Andre Bernard for a conversation about art, writing, "Night Watch," and much more! Phillips is the author of nine novels and recipient of numerous fellowships and awards.

Justice Stephen Breyer

The Mount / Edith Wharton's Home 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

We are thrilled to welcome retired Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, Justice Stephen Breyer to The Mount on August 1 for a captivating conversation with André Bernard. In response to the rise of textualism, Justice Breyer's most recent book, "Reading the Constitution: Why I Chose Pragmatism, Not Textualism," looks back […]

Peter Baker and Susan Glasser

The Mount / Edith Wharton's Home 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

Renowned journalists Peter Baker and Susan Glasser join us for an insightful conversation touching on the national political climate and the role of journalism. Baker and Glasser offer keen observations and unparalleled expertise on the ever-changing landscape of Washington and beyond. Baker is the chief White House correspondent for "The New Times." Glasser is a […]

Judy Collins

The Mount / Edith Wharton's Home 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox, MA, United States

Join us for a lively discussion with Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Judy Collins on August 21. Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism. In 2025, Collins published Soeties It's Heave, a compilation of poetry that captures the ethereal and inspiring nature of her artistry […]