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Artist-Led Tours of Sculpture at The Mount

September 7 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Explore the new exhibition of 25 outdoor sculptures installed throughout the grounds of The Mount.

Each month, an exhibiting artist will guide you through this show of new, juried, large-scale, outdoor sculptures, sharing the artists’ statements and stories and answering your questions about the work and the artists.

  • Meet near the Ticket booth.
  • A golf cart will be available to assist on this tour as needed.

For more information, please visit the Sculpture at The Mount webpage or email: programs@edithwharton.org

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Our digital guide, featuring artist statements written and recorded in their own words, is available in both English and Spanish. Special thanks to the Center for Peace through Culture and Language Justice Solutions for providing these translated materials.


What accessibility accommodations does The Mount offer? The Mount is a Massachusetts Cultural Council UP designated organization welcoming participants of all disabilities. Please contact us by phone: 413-551-5100 or by email: info@edithwharton.org to discuss accommodations needed to participate fully in this event. Golf carts will be available to shuttle those with mobility concerns between the parking lot and event venue. View The Mount’s Health and Safety Guidelines.

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September 7
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2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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