Artist-led retreats in a scenic New England setting.

At The Smiley Manse, our aim is to provide you with a creativity boosting setting and incredible teachers for a retreat experience you’ll never forget!

2027 RETREATS

Painting Winter Whites with Michelle Shain
February 22-26, 2027

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Jewelry & Other Stories with Maryellen Kim
June 1-5, 2027

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The Art of Joy with Helen Dardik
June 14-18, 2027

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Chasing Rainbows with Jessica Swift
June 28-July 2, 2027

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Joyful Junkin’ with Lori Siebert
July 11-17, 2027

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Forage to Fabric with Stacie Bloomfield
July 26-30, 2027

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Build Your Rainbow with Jill Labieniec
September 20-24, 2027

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  • “What. A. Retreat! One of creativity, of friendships made, of the homeyness of Jennifer and Nate’s beautiful property… from the first moment of sharing underneath the trees, to the goodbyes from the big red barn, I have never experienced such true joy.”

    — Casey
    Smiley Retreat Artist, 2026

  • "From the moment I stepped foot on the property of Smiley Manse, I felt welcomed and embraced. Every aspect of the retreat was intentional… all of it has brought such richness to my life and is a gift that will continue to unfold for years to come."

    — Heidi
    Smiley Retreat Artist, 2026

  • “Creating art with other women was truly special, and I left feeling creatively recharged, confident, and grateful for the experience. The setting is quintessential New England in the fall, abundant with colorful foliage and held in an awe inspiring red barn.”

    — Sheridan
    Smiley Retreat Artist, 2025

  • “What a wonderful week I had at The Smiley Manse. The food was phenomenal. I felt as if I was on one of those tv cooking shows where guests are served the meal outside at a beautifully set table with friends!!! It is a week I will never forget.”

    — Ada
    Smiley Retreat Artist, 2026

  • “I absolutely adored my time at The Smiley Manse! The barn studio was a lovely place to gather and create. Community meals on the veranda were delicious and the conversation heartwarming. You’re really taken care of here.”

    — Maria
    Smiley Retreat Artist, 2025

  • “Being tucked into the hills of Vermont made the event wholesome and soothing. Once arriving to the property I never had to think of a thing. Everything I needed was there… except more time but who has that figured out!”

    — Phoebe
    Smiley Retreat Artist, 2025

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