West Kortright Center

The convergence of creativity and community in the Catskills.

Established in 1975, the West Kortright Center is a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to amplifying diverse voices from around the corner, country, and world. 

Deeply Planted: Herbal Toolkits for Resilience

To be deeply planted is to have well-established roots- roots that connect us to ancestral knowledge, community, place, and the nourishing practices that sustain us. When we are nourished, we are resilient. And resilience allows us to thrive in the face of adversity. 

August 23rd | 1-4:30pm

Glen David Andrews

Trombonist Glen David Andrews embodies the New Orleans brass band sound renaissance: rooted in brass and gospel traditions but with an ear to the future!

August 29th | 7pm

Restoring Historic Stone Walls with Patrick Ryan

Students will work together to restore a historic cemetery wall at Delaware County Historical Association. Participants will learn the basics of building and restoring free-standing dry-laid stone walls under the instruction of a stone wall professional with over 20 years experience.

September 6 & 7, Saturday & Sunday, 10am – 4pm

Set in the rolling hills at the heart of Upstate New York’s Delaware County, the West Kortright Center Film Festival celebrates films about the arts, music, live performance, and the rural and farming culture of the Catskills and worldwide.

The dates are September 19-21, 2025. Tickets will go on sale on August 11th. Please check back here for updates.

WKC Film Festival!

Get announcements about upcoming events and exciting plans for the future!

Arts & Crafts Workshops

Deeply Planted: Herbal Toolkits for Resilience

Restoring Historic Stone Walls

Become a WKC Member

For 50 years, our community has relied on The Center to deliver excellent programming to our ever-expanding audience. In 2025, there are lots of ways to get involved.

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Sponsor WKC in 2025

We would not be where we are today without generous support from local businesses and foundations. Your sponsorship plays a vital role in furthering our mission of presenting world-class performances and fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts in our community.

If you have any questions regarding sponsorships or our 2025 season in general, please contact Saira Mclaren, Director: saira@westkc.org.

Download our information packet here.