The Folk Art Guild is an intentional community and craft center located in the heart of the Finger Lakes in Middlesex, NY. For over 50 years, Guild artisans have been producing fine crafts including pottery, woodworking, weaving, natural fiber clothing and folk toys. Membership includes both non-residents and residents. Residents live on-site year-round, sharing meals and working together in an effort to live more sustainably.
As a non-profit institution, the Guild offers education in traditional crafts through classes, residencies, and apprenticeships. The 350-acre farm is home to the East Hill Gallery, open May through October and displaying the work of Guild artists. The Folk Art Guild is part of an international network of groups studying the teachings of G.I. Gurdjieff.
As a non-profit institution, the Guild offers education in traditional crafts through classes, residencies, and apprenticeships. The 350-acre farm is home to the East Hill Gallery, open May through October and displaying the work of Guild artists. The Folk Art Guild is part of an international network of groups studying the teachings of G.I. Gurdjieff.
HOUSING
Housing at the Folk Art Guild is dormitory-style shared housing in smaller cabins on the premises. Our attendees typically love to stay in our more rustic accommodations and be closer to nature, but please note that this experience is different than a traditional hotel. Most participants will be sharing housing with shared bathrooms/showers. For those that would like more privacy, we have options for separate accommodations that you can rent separately.
There are beautiful areas to take walks and a pond that those at the guild love to swim in.
We ask that you bring some items with you:
Optional Items:
We will send a more comprehensive packing list in the Welcome packet.
For those who haven't been here before, we are out in the countryside. We often expect a mixture of clear, cloudy, and rainy days. The nights in particular can be cool, so we suggest you pack clothing for warmer and cooler temperatures, as well as rain. We provide bedding & towels for everyone staying at the Guild.
Housing at the Folk Art Guild is dormitory-style shared housing in smaller cabins on the premises. Our attendees typically love to stay in our more rustic accommodations and be closer to nature, but please note that this experience is different than a traditional hotel. Most participants will be sharing housing with shared bathrooms/showers. For those that would like more privacy, we have options for separate accommodations that you can rent separately.
There are beautiful areas to take walks and a pond that those at the guild love to swim in.
We ask that you bring some items with you:
- Music Stand and Stand Light! (if able)
- Flashlight
- Toiletries
- Indoor slippers/socks (outdoor shoes are not allowed in the indoor spaces, many choose to bring slippers or moccasins to wear inside)
Optional Items:
- Yoga Mat
- Bathing Suit and Towel
We will send a more comprehensive packing list in the Welcome packet.
For those who haven't been here before, we are out in the countryside. We often expect a mixture of clear, cloudy, and rainy days. The nights in particular can be cool, so we suggest you pack clothing for warmer and cooler temperatures, as well as rain. We provide bedding & towels for everyone staying at the Guild.
TRAVEL
The Folk Art Guild is located at:
1445 Upper Hill Rd
Middlesex, NY 14507
The closest airport is the Rochester International Airport, which is about an hour drive away. We offer a shuttle service for $20, or we've had participants rent a car in the past.
The Folk Art Guild is located at:
1445 Upper Hill Rd
Middlesex, NY 14507
The closest airport is the Rochester International Airport, which is about an hour drive away. We offer a shuttle service for $20, or we've had participants rent a car in the past.