Time. Space. And the freedom to create!

Yaddo is the leading nonprofit retreat for artists and writers, who come from all nations and backgrounds to live and work in our supportive community.

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Fueled by a century of creativity, Yaddo nurtures talent. We offer refuge to working artists, an engaged audience for their work, and an inspired nexus for global innovation.

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Residencies include room, board, a studio and more, granting you the opportunity to work without interruption in a supportive environment.

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Benefits

Jun 22, 2023 | 7:00 pm

The Yaddo Mansion

Summer Benefit

Experience the beautiful site that has inspired great art since 1926. Enjoy live music, delicious eats and conversation with artists and friends on our magnificent grounds.

Benefits

Oct 05, 2023 | 6:30 pm

The Bowery Hotel

National Benefit

Hosted by award-winning actor and director John Slattery (Mad Men, Spotlight), our National Benefit draws luminaries, friends and benefactors for an unforgettable night of performance and celebration.

Public

Jun 04, 2023 | 10:00 am

Yaddo Gardens, 312 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY

The Art of Wellness

Yaddo offers Yoga classes in June and July! This summer, join us once again in our Gardens to tap 100 years of creativity, stop to smell the roses—and find your balance in nature.

Ways to Support

Time, money, talent: Give to Yaddo

Donate

Yaddo is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We rely upon donations.

Events

Volunteer, buy tickets, sponsor our fundraising events, galas & auctions.

Partnership

Entrepreneurs have been investing in Yaddo since 1900. Let’s work together!

Explore Further

Collectively, Yaddo artists have won 83 Pulitzer Prizes, 34 MacArthur Fellowships, 70 National Book Awards and a Nobel Prize in Literature. Learn more about the impact of Yaddo.

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