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Join us for Sculpture at The Mount! The Mount is the home of Edith Wharton in Lenox, MA - the Berkshires. Historic Tours, Weddings, Music, Events, Outdoor Sculpture, Cafe. Close to Tanglewood, Shakespeare & Co., Red Lion Inn.
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The Mount is the home of Edith Wharton in Lenox, MA - the...
- Tours and Exhibits
Enjoy a private tour of Edith Wharton’s personal...
- Exhibits at The Mount
Main House; Gardens; Stable; Library; Glimpses of The Mount;...
- At The Mount Blog
The Mount is a turn-of-the-century home, designed and built...
- The Estate
The Estate. In 1902 Edith and Teddy Wharton built The Mount...
- Life in the Dale: Augustus Martin’s Lenox
The Mount is the home of Edith Wharton in Lenox, MA - the...
- Thomas Reynolds: The Gardener’s Story
Edith Wharton wrote a friend, “Decidedly, I’m a better...
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Designated NHL. November 11, 1971. The Mount (1902) is a country house in Lenox, Massachusetts, the home of noted American author Edith Wharton, who designed the house and its grounds and considered it her "first real home." The estate, located in The Berkshires, is open to the public. The property was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1971.
- 1902
- 2 Plunkett Street, Lenox
- November 11, 1971
In addition to being a house with a story to tell, we are also a cultural center, partnering with over 40 local organizations to present lectures, dramatic readings, theater, music, storytelling, workshops, outdoor sculpture, films, and literary panels. Link to Calendar of Events. The Mount is located in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts.
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About. The Mount, Edith Wharton's Home is an historic house museum and vibrant cultural center located in the heart of the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts. Take a tour of the mansion Edith Wharton designed and where she wrote The House of Mirth and Ethan Frome. Book online at EdithWharton.org. Duration: 2-3 hours.
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A day at The Mount is an opportunity to experience the beauty and splendor of Wharton’s beloved country estate. Take a tour of the mansion Edith Wharton designed and where she wrote The House of Mirth and Ethan Frome. Explore the extensive grounds and gardens and view this year’s outdoor sculpture show.
Apr 29, 2024 · Exchange vows and mingle with loved ones against the backdrop of The Mount’s colorful, award-winning formal gardens and the elegant interior of Edith Wharton’s historic mansion. Guided Garden & House Tours. May through October we are open daily. November - February we are open on Saturdays and Sundays. Our hours are 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.