MANITOGA in focus: all four seasons

Manitoga presents a new series of immersive and inspired experiences that highlight all four seasons at Dragon Rock and in the Landscape. Each individually themed walk is designed to relax, teach and cultivate a sense of place with an extended, in-depth tour of the House, Studio and Woodland Garden with experts in horticulture and meditation.

All Manitoga in Focus tours include The Russel & Mary Wright Design Gallery at Manitoga, featuring over 200 objects from the Wrights’ ground-breaking designs for the American home, opened May 2021 with lead support from the Henry Luce Foundation.

PLEASE NOTE: These experiences include an extended moderate hike on Manitoga's choreographed foot trails, designed by Russel Wright to celebrate the seasons in addition to the interiors of the House and Studio. Children (including infants) must be at least 12 years old to attend this program.

2025 Dates & Times forthcoming

Manitoga In Focus: Spring Blossoms & Bubbly

Saturday, June TBD, 3-5:30pm
$100 per person

Visitors embark from Mary's Meadow and ascend stone steps to pass through the blooming mountain laurels of the Laurel Field along the Killalemy Trail, with a picturesque stream crossing before descending to tour the House and Studio. Sparkling wine and strawberry mochi will be served amidst the laurel blossoms.

Manitoga In Focus: Summer Walk & Quarry Poolside Picnic

Saturday, July TBD, 3-5:30pm
$100 per person

Visitors follow the upper Quarry Path, featuring stunning views of the House and Studio, exquisite moss rooms and the majestic waterfall in the height of summer blooms. Enjoy a relaxed bento box picnic by provided by Hibino around the highly designed Quarry Pool at Dragon Rock before an exploratory 1.5 mile hike to the wilderness of Lost Pond Quarry.

Manitoga In Focus: Autumn Walk & Sunset Toast at Boulder Osio

Saturday, October TBD, 3-5:30pm
$100 per person

Visitors follow the upper Quarry Path to experience Dragon Rock in the majestic afternoon light during the height of the Hudson Valley's peak foliage season. Enjoy a wine toast at Boulder Osio and take in the historic Hudson River view, sparkling in the distance before descending the Autumn Path to the House and Studio. A charcuterie spread and conversation with other design enthusiasts awaits on Dragon Rock's terraces, overlooking the Quarry Pool at Sunset.

Manitoga In Focus: Welcome Winter! Forest Walk & Pine Tea

Saturday, December TBD, 10am-12:30pm
$100 per person

Enjoy a rare experience of Manitoga in early winter with a guided meditative walk through Russel Wright's Woodland Garden. Jane Dobson, Mindful Outdoor Nature Guide, will provide a Forest Bathing walk, complete with freshly foraged pine tea and light snacks before the group tours the House and Studio at Dragon Rock.