The Ashokan Center is an independent nonprofit learning center established in 2008. We welcome school groups for Educational Field Trips, host public community events including festivals and Music & Dance Camps, and rent our facility for private retreats, conferences, and weddings. Our site has been declared an Historic District on the National and State Registers of Historic Places. This land was a favored hunting and fishing ground for the Munsee Indians for generations, and became home to Americans of European descent in the 1730s. The first mill and blacksmith shop in Ulster County were built here by Lemuel Winchell who later constructed Winchell’s Inn, Ashokan’s historic centerpiece. 

Our mission is to: Inspire learning and build community through shared experiences in nature, history, music and art

The Ashokan Center

Peter Cook

Anthony Pellegrino

Sara Trapani

Lisa Hurley

James Williams

Molly Mason

Garrison Keillor


The Facilities and Housekeeping team at The Ashokan Center ensures the upkeep, cleanliness, and proper maintenance of the historic site and its buildings. They manage daily cleaning tasks, repairs, groundskeeping, and general maintenance to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all visitors, including school groups, event attendees, and guests of private rentals.

Facilities and Housekeeping

Outdoor Education Team

Events Management

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Outdoor Education Team

Events Management