Years before Yaddo began operating as an artists’ retreat at Spencer and Katrina Trask’s property, the couple built Wakonda Lodge and hosted artists from the Art Students League of New York. Young artists, such as Georgia O’Keeffe, spent summers painting at Wiawaka. In the summer of 2016, we continued that tradition by hosting talented artists who took up “residence” in Wakonda. We have been welcoming a talented group of artists since.
Our 2023 Artists
Judy Bennett
Jane Bloodgood-Abrams
Cheryl Jenks
April Kennedy
Mechelle Roskiewicz
Linda Schultz
This inspiring and art-filled week will be July 3rd – 9th, 2023.
We are excited that we have such talented artists from all over the Northeast joining us. They will be happy to meet you while you watch them create beautiful art on the grounds of Wiawaka. Meet these talented artists and have the unique opportunity to see their talent at work.
*Email the Executive Director at wiawakadirector@gmail.com for information on joining our returning artists in 2024.
Artist in Residence Art Exhibit & Sale
July 7th, 8th and 9th, 2023
The public is invited to the 7th Annual Artist in Residence Exhibit and Sale which will feature the work of six women artists who join us from throughout the Northeast. Artists will have work that has been completed on site at Wiawaka as well as pieces from their collection. The art, which features originals and prints will be on sale.
The artists donate 25% of the proceeds back to Wiawaka.The exhibit will open with a reception on Friday, July 7th from 5-7 p.m. and will continue through Sunday from 10 am – 4 pm.
Free to the Public!