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Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts

34 Big Hollow Road
Maplecrest, NY 12454

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Welcome from the Director

WELCOME!

When we visit special places, our senses are heightened, and we are inspired to challenge ourselves in fresh ways. Imagine yourself surrounded by the serene beauty of nature, the crisp mountain air, and the rhythm of life and community. Being part of a creative and supportive atmosphere is an energizing experience. The Catskill region is renowned for its uber-rich history of artistic experimentation. We become the exploration.

Sugar Maples Center For Creative Arts, nestled amidst the breathtaking Catskill Mountains watershed, offers just that. This is the ideal setting to embark on a journey of artistic exploration in our beautiful studios. Our lively workshops, led by renowned artists, thinkers, and teachers, are designed to empower your creativity, and navigate the complexities of our interconnected world.

As information flows across the globe at the speed of light, our ability to make sense of it all depends on our capacity for creative thought. By immersing yourself in the arts, you will develop the skills to interpret, analyze, and respond to the rapid changes of our time.

Join us and experience the transformative power of creativity, innovation, and learning. Arrive, unpack, and immerse yourself in the beauty of this environment and be inspired as you connect with like-minded individuals. Come explore the boundless possibilities of our brave new world.

We look forward to your visit.
Kulvinder Kaur Dhew, Director

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Our Summer 2025 Workshops Are Open for Registration

Workshops and weekly classes in Ceramics, 2D, Fiber and Special Topics

CLICK HERE to Register for our Summer Workshops
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Art Explorers

Do you like to play outside and be creative? Art Explorers is for you! We will take inspiration from the flowers, bugs, trees, and mountains around us. We will tap into our creative problem solving to capture the magic of nature and create paintings, drawings,and sculptures. Each day will include free play in the gorgeous Catskill Mountains, art exploration and creative connections. We will build, construct and play. Join us!

2025 Program is now open for Registration!

Register Today!
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Speaker Series

The Speaker Series at Sugar Maples Center For Creative Arts at the Catskill Mountain Foundation is dedicated to providing the highest quality lecture experiences for the enrichment of the community in the Catskill region. Speakers represent a wide variety a wide variety of cultural subjects from the visual arts, writing, poetry, architecture, and the environment. They are chosen based on their extraordinary achievements and unique expertise in their fields of endeavor.

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Internship Program

Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts offers Internships in its Ceramics, Fibers and 2D studios. Successful candidates are provided the opportunity to assist visiting faculty and students and immerse themselves in the busy summer workshop program and participate in special projects and events in the beautiful Catskill Mountains of New York.

CLICK HERE to apply!
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Commuter Residencies

We offer commuter residencies for non-residential artists.

CLICK HERE to apply!
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Scholarships

We offer four categories of scholarships to students who wish to attend Sugar Maples.

Sugar Maples Scholarships
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FAQ

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By car: Sugar Maples Center For Creative Arts

Nearest Train: https://www.amtrak.com/stations/hud

By public transportation: There is no public transportation directly to Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts. However, you can take a bus to Hunter and then arrange an Uber or taxi to the center. The bus leaves from the Port Authority Bus Terminal in NYC. The ride takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes.

Trailways Bus: https://trailways.com/

Except for a $100 administration fee and the $40 registration fee, all fees are refundable if notice of cancellation is received at least three weeks (21 days) prior to the start of the class. No refunds will be made after that date due to contractual obligations, material acquisitions, faculty travel agreements, etc. If cancellation occurs three weeks before the class starts, monies may be applied to another class within 12 months (1 year). A $35 non-refundable transfer fee will be charged at the time of the transfer. No refund or discount will be given if a student withdraws after a workshop begins.

Sugar Maples reserves the right to cancel a workshop due to low enrollment or an emergency. If a cancellation should occur, students will be notified and will have the option of taking another class (within a 12-month period) or can chose to receive a full refund. This includes tuition, lab fees, and on-campus lodging. Sugar Maples cannot be responsible for any airline or other travel ticket refund.

Sugar Maples reserves the right to change or replace an instructor in the event of an emergency or unforeseen circumstances.

Transfers are permitted from one workshop to another within the season, space permitting. To transfer, you must notify Sugar Maples at least three weeks (21 days) prior to the start of your class. A $35 non-refundable transfer fee will be charged at the time of your transfer. If you are unable to attend the class you registered for and are unable to transfer to another class, you will be refunded according to our cancellation policy. No refunds will be made after that date due to contractual obligation, material acquisitions, faculty travel arrangements, etc.

Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts does not currently have a cafeteria on-site. However, There is a vibrant restaurant and coffee scene less than 4 miles from campus. You can also bring your own food and drinks to the center. During summer workshops, lunches can be ordered and are delivered to your studio.

Yes. Weekly classes are offered in Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Fibers, and Youth from early October to the end of April in During the summer season, weekly classes are offered in Ceramics and Fibers.

We are sorry, no pets allowed.

Limited Campus Housing is available in our Sherwood House. This 14-bedroom house (each room has a private bath), offers a communal kitchen and living room. $100 + tax per room, per night, based on one or two in a room. Students must call (518) 263-2010 or e-mail Hillary Morse at morseh@catskillmtn.org to reserve a room.

On- Campus Lodging Cancellation Policy
If Sugar Maples must cancel a course, and a room is reserved, there is no cancellation fee. If a student cancels less than 2-weeks prior to arrival a $35 fee will be charged for the cancellation of housing.

Yes. Please notify our office if a room on the ground floor is required.

Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts does not offer refunds for lodging booked outside of our Center. This includes lodging booked through third-party websites or directly with hotels or other lodging providers. If you need to cancel your lodging reservation, you will need to contact the lodging provider directly to inquire about their cancellation policy.

Get involved

Whether you are a local wanting to donate your time as an usher, or a patron wanting to increase your financial support, we have opportunities for everyone.