Great place to meditate and meet others who are interested in a contemplative lifestyle. Beautiful…read morespace right near Haymarket and across from Thorne's

This center has been around the Northampton/Amherst area since about 1977, I hear. If I had known…read morehow much they offer, I'd have explored it much earlierthan I did. Although I've just been exploring for a short time now, this is my take: Warm, empowering, and deeply penetrating approach to meditation, and its affect on society, one's individual life, and the arts. Free (!?!) meditation instruction is available, both beginning and ongoing, if requested. I attended an open house, which seems to be a monthly thing. I meet with a meditation instructor that I clicked with, about once a month, to talk about my practice experience. Their web site shows the diversity and accessibility of their program offerings. Well worth the effort to check it out.

Be prepared to be awed as you enter the 50 acre estate and sanctuary of the famous author Edith…read moreWharton, named The Mount, it is a rather remarkable example of the magnificent oasis she created in 1902, during the height of the Gilded Age. The Mount located in Lenox, MA, served as her primary sanctuary when she was in her 40s, and at the peak of her fame as a Pulitzer prize winning Author, which was extremely rare for a woman at the time. Wharton penned literary classics such as, 'The House of Mirth' here. Today, the property operates as a vibrant cultural center featuring guided house tours, art exhibitions, and sprawling formal gardens which are oft rented for large weddings. We were thrilled to get a glimpse of the vast well-maintained garden grounds and mansion. It is definitely worth a visit whilst in the Berkshires. Entry is $20, which includes a one hour guided tour, but do stay to linger and explore the magnificent grounds of this stunning estate that was refurbished to its glory after millions of dollars were donated in the 1990s, and are continued in the present. Please enjoy my photos, and thank you for reading.

Took the tour. It feels like you are rushing through - so much information is given. The tour lasts…read moreand hour and it hardly seems enough to cover three floors of house. After the tour we were free to wander at our leisure. The gardens are well manicured. A video in the house shows the history of the property and photos of restoration inside and out. Gives a real appreciation of the restoration work done here. Amazing. The woodland path is lovely, shaded and serene. There were childrens programs going on along the path during our wander. There is also a sculpture event happening with pieces scattered along the paths. Park in the dirt lot by the stables where you can purchase tickets and watch an orientation video. It's about a five minute walk to the house from here. A book walk begins here too-a series of signs, each one page of a childrens book. If you need handicap parking, buy tickets online, drive past the stable and park near the house. Very informative tour. An abunfance of information throughout the house. Cafe with prepared food on the terrace overlooking the grounds. Plan to spend two to three hours.

A great place for an afternoon outing. Walk around the extensive grounds, enjoy the art, and have a…read moremeal in the glass-walled café surrounded by nature. We've attended a couple of their scheduled events. The beautiful, modern, minimalist auditorium incorporates the surrounding landscape seamlessly. Excellent acoustics and high-end electronic equipment help the speakers and performers give their best. A recent sold-out lecture by Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer was inspiring, challenging and warmly entertaining. It was followed by a marvelous chamber music concert featuring a collection mostly contemporary works influenced by a connection with nature. Grace Farms' mission is to support nature, arts, justice, community and faith. It's a much-appreciated place to refocus and refuel in these difficult times.

Grace Farms is a beautiful and peaceful place to spend a day. The architecture and greenery are…read moregorgeous, and the overall space is very well taken care of. There is plenty to do there from an indoor basketball court to a complimentary tea tasting. There is also a library and plenty of common areas where people can read or get work done. Everyone who works there is very friendly and helpful. They have a lot of different free events, so would recommend checking their schedule online before going. It wasn't super busy when I went, but would suggest getting a free ticket online in advance just in case.

Magazzino is a museum in Cold Spring, NY that displays Postwar & Contemporary Italian Art. We…read morevisited this space on a Saturday "day trip". When we first arrived at Magazzino, staff let us view the Antonio Marras and Maria Lai: Llencols De Aigua Installation- this will be there until January 2026. All of us visitors were then told that some areas are not open to the public at this time. This promopted the woman at the front desk in this specific building to state that museum general admission is 1/2 price per person ($10 instead of $20) and that she could only take one form of payment. Because we wanted to pay cash, we were told that we can pay admission in the next nearby building w/ separate staff. It was nice weather that day, & we enjoyed walking on the property to the next building. Although a portion of the space was closed to patrons, we got to see some artwork w/ in Robert Olnick Pavilion, which was created in 2023. This included the Arte Povera which is their Permanent Collection. The architectural design of Magazzino Italian Art is modern & beautiful in its simplicity. Magazzino has lots of campus-style open space w/ beautifully massive windows & gorgeous greenery. A water feature & open walkway between one gallery to another completes the nice minimalist aesthetic. Favorite Masterpieces : Michelangelo Pistoletto -Stracci Italiani,2007 Michelangelo Pistoletto- Siera di giornali, 1966-2017 Luciano Fabro - Italia all' asta, 1994 Luciano Febro - Due nudi crescendo le scale, 1987-1989 Luciano Fabro - Efeso II, 1986 Marisa Merz - Senza titolo, undated Mario Merz - Che fare?, 1968-1973 Mario Merz - Igloo con vortice, 1981 Giuseppe Penone - Albero di 3 metri, 1988 Giulio Paolini - Mimesi, 1976-1988 Giuseppe Penone - Unghia e marmo, 1988 (placed outside on greenery made of marble & glass) Magazzino Italian Art has outside tables & chairs. We sat for a bit and enjoyed the fresh air and views. We had to get a picture of the words "Reject Racism" etched onto the entrance door before our departure. What a good way to end our visit! magazzino.art @magazzinoart

I love this museum. It is worth visiting for the architecture alone. The beautiful light filled…read morespaces are the perfect backdrop to any artwork that they choose to exhibit. Also right up the hill from the museum, you can visit a collection of donkeys. Don't miss this Hudson Valley gem.

The Katherine Hepburn museum is definitely worth seeing. It is small, but packed with information…read moreand memorabilia. I would suggest the docent tour. It takes about an hour to really enjoy and read all the information!

We did not see a show. We were there for the small museum. A $10 donation is suggested. It's not a…read morebig exhibit but it's interesting for any fan of the great Kate. The town is very proud of their native star. You can self guide or have a docent tour. They have a small gift shop. I recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

My first time with tarot, and I didn't know what to expect. Nadine set me at ease and explained she…read morewasn't going to tell my future or anything, but we would do the reading and see what resonated with me. She didn't ask me anything about myself at first, so that she wouldn't be biased when she did the reading. But afterward we discussed the cards, and she listened to me with so much empathy and insight. And I loved the poem that synthesized the reading and our talk. I did this sort of on a whim but it turned out to be a valuable experience.

With the colder months setting in and the depletion of sunlight, confusion had hovered over me. To…read moreregain some clarity i asked for N's( they/ them) guidance. I thought about 2 questions that intertwined with one another as i shuffled the deck before handing the cards over to them. I kept my questions within myself. N, placed the cards down studied them, mumbling some "hmmmms." Flipping each card and explaining the placement and each picture's meaning( ex: the hermit, time w self to gain clarity) the answers seemed to unfold right before my eyes! The reading felt open minded and v focused on my needs. It was therapeutic to say the least. N's choice of words and focus made me feel as if i was a star/ sun. In this sometimes dark world its helpful to have someone like N showing me my potential to clear my own path! Thank you!!!!

I use the Art Space to have my proposal party the day I got engaged to my fiance. The location is…read moregreat and easy to find in inside the Art space you feel as if you're in a painting. The owner was beyond accommodating he clean up the Art Space prior to the event. He also included tables and chairs that I was able to use to seat my guest a refrigerator to store any kind of food and or beverages in speakers to hook up a phone or laptop to to play music in lieu of a DJ. The price per hour that I paid was phenomenal for the art space that I was renting. It's just the right space to hold 30 to 40 people comfortably and did I mention that he has central air that keep my family nice and cool while enjoying a great evening. I wish him nothing but success in the near future and will be recommending him to anybody that is in need of a space to have a baby shower a get-together a sip and paint just about anything in life to Bridgeport creates. Located in the historical arcade mall on Main Street in Bridgeport Connecticut it's a great place to have a good time

This center for art and ideas is my home away from home. They have access to traditional and urban…read morecontemporary art as well as serve as hosts to performers of all disciplines. They are open on evenings and weekends and are usually very informed about the goings on in the downtown area.

Love this small gallery! Hidden gem with very cool exhibits that pass through. Staff is pleasant…read moreand quiet. Any questions you have they are glad to assist. The gallery also provides print outs on the featured exhibits and the stories behind the art. This time around I was able to catch exhibits by Pamela Stockamore , Retrospective. Sydney Morris , Nova. Last my fav out of all three Scott Richter, A melody of unrelated things. Kudos to all the artist. Good exhibit! I'll be back of course !

From the owner: To Champion and nurture artists at all stages of their careers and to empower a diverse community…read morethrough the presentation of inspiring exhibitions and educational initiatives.