Wild Acres Retreat

Many organizations come to Wildacres to develop or add to their own stories. Musicians, artists and writers find the breathtaking scenery a perfect backdrop for creative expression.  Gem and mineral societies hone their skills in the lapidary workshops, while potters practice their craft in the clay studio. Groups concerned with the natural sciences find Wildacres ideal for meetings and conduct workshops on the grounds themselves as well as in the mountains that surround Wildacres. Universities and hospitals offer professional development opportunities.  Our goal at Wildacres is to offer a space where community groups and organizations can come together, find peace and connect to each other, their missions and visions and to the greater world around us. In these times, those connections are more important than ever.

At this tremendous crossroads in our society, we are called back to our mission of “the betterment of human relations”.  By today’s standards, that phrase may seem outdated and altruistic. And it is, without examination. That’s exactly the point. Wildacres seeks to be a place of examination, reflection and truth for groups that opt to hold retreats here. Wildacres seeks to be a place that inspires us all to connect to each other and contribute to creating a better community, society and world. In doing that, we can no longer hide or shy away from the reality and truths of our current society and the inequities that people are experiencing. We recognize that those inequities are tied to our nation’s history in the same way that all our lives are tied to history.

Wildacres is no different. Realizing our mission to support and inspire better human relations requires us to acknowledge that our own story is rooted in a painful history.

North and South Lodge

Guests stay in one of our two lodges which have a total of 56 dual occupancy bedrooms. Each room has a private bathroom and accommodates two guests. There are no televisions or telephones in the rooms.

There is a large meeting room on the lower level of each Lodge.  Depending on how the two meeting spaces are used, they can comfortably accommodate 20 -60 guests.  The North Lodge Meeting Room also houses one of Wildacres’ four pianos.

165-seat Auditorium

Used for group meetings, lectures, and the many musical concerts and recitals that are held during the master music programs each summer. The adjacent reference library is available for small group sessions and for use by individuals.  The auditorium houses one of Wildacres’ four pianos.

Accommodations to fit every need

Multiple studios, indoor and outdoor meeting spaces, outdoor amphitheater, and dining hall available.