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A Home for Nature,
Music, and Community


Inspiring learning and building community through shared experiences in nature, history, music, & art. The Ashokan Center is a 501(c)(3) Non Profit.

A few ways to experience Ashokan

Field Trips

Educational Field Trips

Residential and day programs on our 385-acre campus for schools and youth groups.

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Retreats

Retreats, Weddings & Conferences

Private group rentals with lodging, dining, and beautiful Catskills scenery.

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Public Events

Public Events

Come on site for events, day passes, trails, streams, and self-guided exploration.

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What's next at Ashokan

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Why Ashokan matters

  • 385 acres of forests, meadows, streams, and historic buildings.
  • Outdoor education that helps students learn by doing in nature.
  • Traditional music & dance gatherings that build lifelong community.
4550+
public event attendees
4000+
students & teachers/year
1300+
music & dance attendees
Learn about Ashokan

Food, lodging & facilities

Your home away from home in the Catskills.

Lodging

Cozy lodges and private spaces for groups of all sizes.

Dining

Buffet-style meals with flexible dietary options.

Campus & trails

Streams, woods, meadows, and historic buildings.

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Stories from the community

What people are discovering here.

History

Sharing the Story of the Ashokan Center Through History, Music & Preservation

Recently, visitors arriving at the Ashokan Center may have noticed a new addition near the entrance to campus: a historical…

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Music

The Gift of Music, Community, and Opportunity

When people talk about the magic of an Ashokan Music & Dance Camp, they often mention the music first. But…

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News

Hudson Valley Gives 2026: Thank You for Showing Up for Ashokan

What an incredible day for the Ashokan Center community. Thanks to the generosity of 173 supporters during Hudson Valley Gives…

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