Nature, Nurture and Knowledge. A Serene Retreat for Successful Meetings

Nature is the heart and soul of Edith Macy Center and our conference space is its central nervous system. Our airy meeting rooms are designed to harmonize with the lovely surroundings. You will discover that your mind and the minds of your attendees are sharper, ideas are clearer and discussions are more stimulating.

When you approach Edith Macy you’ll feel the tension and anxiety of a normal workday retreat from your consciousness. Both the architectural and interior designs blend naturally with our extraordinary hilltop setting. Our contemporary buildings feature clean lines and natural materials.

Inside, furnishings are chosen to create a comfortable and harmonious atmosphere. Everywhere, nature surrounds you. Vaulted ceilings and expansive windows bring in sunlight and sky, while rough-hewn stone fireplaces and cedar beams add earthy elements to the design.

At Edith Macy, we believe in nourishing the mind and body. Your palate will appreciate our food and beverage staff’s multifaceted talents.

At breakfast and lunch, help yourself to healthful and popular choices from a lavish buffet. Later on, come back for wholesome snacks, which include our memorable fresh baked cookies. In the evening, the Hearthstone Dining Room takes on a more formal atmosphere. Relax and enjoy cuisine that ranges from home-style favorites to classic continental fare.

ACCOMMODATIONS

The comfortably appointed guest rooms at Edith Macy Center set the standard for a relaxing environment. 52 guest rooms with private baths, offering single and double occupancy are equipped with individual climate control, coffee maker, iron/ironing board, hair dryer, television, telephone with voice mail, and complimentary wireless internet access.

EDITH MACY QUICK FACTS

Macy, as it is commonly known, has always functioned as a learning center for adult Girl Scout volunteers and staff members, and it is also open to nonprofits and for-profits for training events and retreats. This ideal setting for events large or small, features 6 corporate conference rooms, a 200 seat auditorium, 52 guestrooms and attractive lodges, all surrounded by over 400 wooded acres in Briarcliff Manor, NY- just 45 minutes from New York City. With these features and more, Macy offers all the ingredients for a productive meeting.

LOCATION

Edith Macy is located 45 minutes from mid-town Manhattan. Convenient to five airports: Westchester County Airport, JFK International, Newark International and Newburgh Stewart. LaGuardia
Metro North: Chappaqua Train Station
Amtrak: Croton Harmon Train Station
Easy Access from Major Highways: 287, Taconic Parkway, Rte 9, Rte 117

CONFERENCE FACILITIES

14,000 square feet of meeting and event space
Main Conference Center: Six (6) flexible set meeting rooms and a 200 seat auditorium
The Gathering Place: A private meeting building at offers a Leadership Circle with a massive stone fireplace, two classrooms, two breakout rooms, a dining café and two spacious decks.
Kinderhaus: 3,000 square feet of lakeside seasonal event space
Williams Hall: A private event building that offers a total of 2,440 square feet of event space
We offer complimentary wireless internet access and offer 11 breakout areas, many with fireplaces.

GUEST ROOMS

52 Guestrooms
43 with two double beds
4 with one queen and a full size sleeper sofa
5 with two double beds and a full size futon

6 BEDROOM LODGE

1 double bed in each room
2 shared bathrooms
1 common living room area with fireplace

Exclusive use of the main conference center is available for groups reserving a minimum of 46 per rooms per night. When utilizing all of our accommodations, in maximum capacity, Macy can sleep 124.

DINING

Hearthstone Dining Room- Conference dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Macy Deck - Outdoor seasonal seating is available
Patio - Available by reservation for private functions
Lakeside - Available by reservation for catered events and private functions
Great Hall - Available by reservation for catered events and private functions
Gathering Place Cafe' - Available for all meals and breaks when meeting in this exclusive building

ON-SITE SERVICES

Dedicated Conference Planning
On-site Audiovisual Technician
Business Services
Complimentary Parking
Transportation Coordination
Valet Dry Cleaning
Recreation/Group Activities
Fire Pits
Fitness Equipment
Jogging Path
Hiking Trails
Meadow: Outdoor games are available upon advance request (additional reservations fees may apply)
Lakeside: Volleyball, badminton, 1/2 court basketball, horse shoes, bocce ball, foos ball, and ping pong. (additional reservations fees apply)
Commons: Evening bar, karaoke, board games

 EMCC MEETINGS

At Macy, our meeting rooms feature every amenity you would expect, including comfortable ergonomic chairs, extra wide meeting tables, comprehensive audiovisual equipment and wireless internet access. The sunny Oak and Birch rooms are ideal for smaller, informal sessions, while Maple, Hickory, and Dogwood provide the flexibility to accommodate a variety of group sizes. We also offer eleven breakout spaces, some with fireplaces. The 200-seat Peter F. Drucker Auditorium is an excellent forum for larger sessions and presentations. Speakers and groups alike appreciate its superb acoustics and flexible audiovisual capabilities. Our staff ensures worry-free presentations, and upon request will arrange videotaping or videoconferencing.

THINGS TO DO

Within easy distance of Edith Macy Center, fine dining, shopping and entertainment are abundant in surrounding Westchester County. To help guests find their way, every guest room is supplied with a Westchester County guide.

Just 10 minutes from Macy, guests will find the charming and quaint towns of Briarcliff Manor and Chappaqua. And, within convenient driving distance, about 20 minutes, White Plains, New York offers many fine eating and drinking establishments. Shoppers will love a visit to the Westchester Mall, the county’s largest and newest shopping experience featuring many fine boutiques and eateries. Other nearby attractions include Sleepy Hollow, Bear Mountain, West Point, Rockefeller State Park, Bronx Zoo, and The New York Botanical Gardens.

SIGHTSEEING

Enjoy nearby locations such as the Bronx Zoo, New York Botanical Gardens, Bear Mountain State Park, Hudson River Museum and much much more!

SHOPPING

Shoppers will love a visit to the Westchester Mall, the county’s largest and newest shopping experience featuring many fine boutiques and eateries. The Westchester is home to New York State's first Nordstrom, Neiman-Marcus and more than 150 fine upscale stores. In addition to The Westchester visitors can enjoy shopping at the Palisades Center, Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets, The Village of Pleasantville and The Village of Chappaqua.

NEW YORK CITY AREA

Just 50 minutes away, guests have easy access to New York City, one of the world's most dynamic metropolitan experiences. This big and beautiful city offers every type of activity for every interest, from tours and the theater to museums and shopping. Like nowhere else in the world, a colorful mix of urban cultures define the various sections of the city including SoHo, The Village, Battery Park, Downtown and Midtown. There's so much to see and do, you'll need several days to fully appreciate all that New York City has to offer.

YANKEE STADIUM

Catch a game! Yankee Stadium, home field for the New York Yankees and New York City FC, is just 27 miles from the property.

LEGOLAND DISCOVERY CENTER

Build, create and play at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center just 17 miles from the property! Featuring more than two million LEGO® bricks, children and adults will have an awesome experience in our safe, child-friendly, and most importantly FUN environment.