Wiawaka’s mission is to enrich, inspire, and celebrate the growth of women through unique and relevant programming in a natural and peaceful setting.

Wiawaka Center for Women is a 501(c)3 charitable organization dedicated to enriching and inspiring the lives of all women while we preserve our historical property and mission. We are celebrating our 121st year in continuous operation in 2024 and are proud to be the oldest operating women’s retreat in the country. We do charge for overnight accommodations, meals, workshops, and events; However, much of our programming and operations are funded through donations.

We offer day visits, overnight accommodations, special events, workshops, retreats and programs. In our “shoulder” season we host weddings, family reunions and private retreats. We are currently booking private events in 2025.
There are limited dates still available for 2024.
Contact Doreen Kelly at wiawakadirector@gmail.com for more information.
We look forward to welcoming you next time!

Call us at (518) 668-9690, option 1, to make your reservations and to check on room availability in 2024.
We are taking reservations now for our 2024 season,
June 22nd – August 31st, 2024.

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What people are saying about Wiawaka…

  • "Wiawaka is an beautiful and unique center for women right on Lake George. It has a rich history that brings hope to the future of all women. Doreen Kelly is the charming and capable director now and you will be fortunate if you get to meet Doreen and spend some time in this joyful place."

    Starr D.

  • "A wonderful place to hold a retreat or workshop. Doreen is a gem and great to work with. "

    Jennifer B.

  • "I recommend Wiawaka because they provide a variety of lectures, workshops and special events networking in a peaceful environment. "

    Susan D.

  • "Wiawaka is a beautiful, historic property on Lake George, offering respite, wellness and emotional support to women of all ages and means. "

    Denise D.

  • "Definitely a wonderful place to go to rest a-reset and restore "

    Patricia M.

  • "Wiawaka is a magical place! Enjoy it and donate so that others can enjoy it!"

    Nancy T.

  • "I took the writing workshop offered 2 summers ago and sat next to an 89-year-old who just published her first book. I am not sure if I would have, if I had not met her. The programming you provide women changes their lives!"

    Jodie Seymour

From the bottom of our hearts, we are so appreciative of our generous sponsors and your ongoing devotion to our mission! We can’t express enough gratitude for your generosity! To see our current sponsors, click here.