Welcome to Powell House
Powell House is the conference and retreat center of New York Yearly Meeting Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). Located in rural Columbia County, our mission is to foster spiritual growth after the manner of Friends (Quaker) and to strengthen the application of Friends’ testimonies in the world.
We offer programs for all ages.
We rent this quiet space for your family reunions, school retreats, church groups, and small conferences.
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Join Regina Baird Haag and Emily Provance on Wednesdays at 5:30pm (Eastern Time) for Bible Study.
Plan Your Retreat
Looking for a beautiful, peaceful place to hold your gathering? Click here to learn about what Powell House has to offer.
Youth Program
Click here to learn about the Powell House Youth Program and to register for your next conference.
Accommodations & Guest Information
Visiting us for the first time? Here is all the information you’ll need to be prepared for your first time at Powell House.