Maple & Hemlock: A Weekend Art & Cultural Immersion with Nature as Our Muse
Join us this July for a unique, weekend-long experience at Maple & Hemlock—an evocative exploration of our multifaceted connections to 'nature,' interwoven with the creativity of a melting pot of local artists and those from afar. This immersive experience invites you to explore rhythm, connection, and community through art, culture, and the natural world.
Maple & Hemlock is a retreat-style art experience inviting you to tap into the elemental forces of our surroundings. Through natural art creations and interactive experiences we invite you to listen closely to the land and discover what calls to your creative spirit. Dance to the rhythm of the trees swaying in the distance, taste the earthiness of our locally foraged mushrooms, walk on fire—all guided by creatives utilizing nature for expression.
Experience the harmony of nature and human creativity as we journey through the valley’s tapestry of natural surroundings. Feel the spectrum of colors when you close your eyes in the sun, and let the rhythm of nature guide your steps.
Friday: Harvest On The Hill
Saturday: Chestnut & Bamboo (The Great Hall)
Sunday: The Hemlock Grove
Maple & Hemlock is a creative retreat-style journey that encourages you to:
Find your rhythm through music, movement, mindfulness, while tapping into our natural surroundings.
Break bread with old and new friends in shared, locally sourced, and seasonal dining.
Drum and dance under the summer sky, celebrating all of nature’s beauty.
Heart-opening experiences through connective and creative group rituals and offerings.
Finish the weekend with a fire walk on hot coals
We’re blending cherished local talent with musicians and artists from afar, weaving a tapestry of creativity and kinship.
Offerings by:
Lady Moon & the Eclipse
Cacao Ceremony w/ Chan Castano & Jason Cohen, Charlotte Malin Collins & Tobey LaRoche
Althaea Music, live performance and song circle
Ecstatic Dance with Tree Jay in the Hemlock Grove
Fire Walk w/ Karina Heart & Glow Firewalking
Natural Art by Botanicoco
Charlotte Malin Collins & Sarah Briggs on the Hill
Lunaris Yoga & Chant in the Great Hall
West African Dance Workshop with Tara Murphy
Fire Circle Experience on Saturday evening
Wheelhouse Farms
The event is designed so that you can sink in for 1, 2 or all 3 days.
Immersive Experiences Across Our 34-Acre Property
Explore four distinct locations of the Montague Retreat Center, each offering unique experiences:
Hemlock Grove: A serene enclave for introspection and meditation, ecstatic dance and singing in nature.
The Hilltop: A vantage point for panoramic vistas and inspiration.
The Barn (Great Hall): A dynamic space for music, dance, and communal activities.
The Brook: Bring your Swimmies
For Tickets and Info:
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