Writers in Residence Reception

On Sunday, June 26th, 5 – 7 p.m. enjoy an evening reception on the Terrace as we celebrate the Edith Wharton-Straw Dog Writers Guild Emerging Writers-in-Residence! Our 2022 recipients will share excerpts of their creative work inspired by their immersion at The Mount. Tickets include a wine and cheese reception. FREE for Mount/Straw Dog Writers

Meet the 2022 Writers-in-Residence

The Selection Committee of the Edith Wharton-Straw Dog Writers Guild Writers-in-Residence Program is pleased to announce its nine residents for 2022: Yasmine AmeliJody CallahanElyse DurhamCheryl IsaacElla JacobsonLiana MackJessica ProvenzSarah WangDashaun Washington Congratulations! Follow the links more information on the Writing Residency program and this collaboration between Straw Dog Writers Guild and The Mount Edith Warton’s Read More

Writing Residency Applications Due November 1, 2021

The Mount, Edith Wharton’s Home is collaborating with Straw Dog Writers Guild to offer a unique residency experience for nine emerging writers. Residencies will be for one week and include lodging at Seven Hills Inn in Lenox, a workspace at The Mount, breakfast, lunch, and a $500 stipend. The residencies run weekly from March 6 –