Plein Air at the Borden Estate

A select group of Hudson Valley artists will be painting en plein air at the Borden Estate in Wallkill on June 14, 10-3pm. This bucolic property has breathtaking views of the Shawangunk Ridge, rolling meadows, a farm, forests, spring-fed ponds, and trails. The Borden mansion was built by Marion Borden in 1906 and has been beautifully maintained and is in daily use. Also on the property is an historic Dutch Stone House built in 1787 and was owned by Marion Borden’s parents, and still in use. A koi pond, gazebos, fountains and gardens are some of the property features that will invite you to take a few moments to contemplate quietly. From many vantage points there are different perspectives and views of the Ridge.

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The Borden Estate in Wallkill is home to the School of Practical Philosophy and is typically only open to students and offered for retreat and event rental. On June 14th when the artists are painting en plein air the public is invited to walk around the property and talk with the artists. 

Plein Air Art Walk at the Borden Estate will feature local artists painting nature and landscape. 

Visitors to the Borden Estate on Borden Circle, Wallkill can stroll along the trails and property to observe 25 artists painting live on June 14, 10-3pm.

All paintings will be available on the Roost Arts Online Auction platform, GiveSmart. 

On June 28, 2025 3-5pm there will be an opening reception and presentation of the artists’ work from the plein air walk in the Barn Theatre at the Borden Estate.