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Star Island
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Spend a DayStay a Week
Remember for a Lifetime
A Unique Haven for Individuals,Families and Groups
Spend a week or a weekend with a blend of …
Recreation Creativity Education Contemplation
off the beautiful coast of New Hampshire on a special historic Island retreat.
Nurture the spirit, the heart, the mind.
Conferees find an abundance of ways to enjoy their time on Star Island.
Gathering with friends .
Exploring one’s creative side.
Rowing from isle to isle.
Enjoying coffee and conversation.
Or taking part in workshops and classes.
Many conferees find Star Island a good place to explore their craft.
Their artistry.
Their love of fun.
Or find moments of solitude and contemplation.
… or personal reflection.
Star Island is one of a group of islands named the Isles of Shoals, located off the
Maine and New Hampshire coasts.
The Star Island Corporation has owned and operated Star Island for religious and educational purposes
since 1916.
Our seasonal conference center opens from early June to mid-September. Most
conferences are a week long, though some just a weekend.
Star Island is founded on the liberalspiritual ideals of Unitarian-
Universalismand the United Church of Christ.
But all are welcome.
The 100-year-old Oceanic House holds the main lobby and dining hall.
The lobby of the hotel allows guests a place to rest and read…
…or enjoy time with friends.
Guest rooms are rustic but
comfortable...
Many with spectacular views.
Boardwalks increase accessibility to most public meeting rooms and housing
areas.
Each Star Island
conference is self-
administered, arranging for
speakers, workshops, and
child care as well as
registering participants.
Art, literature, music, natural history, world affairs, science, religion, and
spiritualityare common themes.
Early risers are privileged tobeautiful sunrises.
Daily meals and activities are
announced by a ring of the porch
bell.
Star Island’s Art Barn allows artists to gather and work on varied projects.
Whether in the Lobby,
or on the porch, music and art abound.
The front porch is a favorite spot to gather.
Star Island offers a variety of recreational activities.
Whether using the ocean’s breeze to fly a kite,
or braving the waters of the Atlantic,
or finding quiet time alone.
Many conferees
enjoy a weekly softball
competition with
“Pelicans”.
“Pelicans” are what we affectionately call Star’s 110 or so college-aged
island staffers.
Star Island provides a lovely location to gather your thoughts
or recharge your battery.
The chapel, a simple stone meetinghouse built in 1800, sits on the highest point of
land.
Many conferences enjoy both a morning and evening chapel service.
Regardless of religious affiliations, these chapel services bring conferees joyfully
together.
Many guests find enjoyment in the physical beauty of Star Island.
Both the beauty that is created,
and the beauty that is found in nature,
are enjoyed by those who come to Star Island.
The Rutledge Marine Lab offers hands–on learning about native
marine life.
Including field studies andguided nature walks.
Vaughn Cottage is a small museum featuring artifacts, historic manuscripts, and the collection of Celia Thaxter, poet
laureate of the Isles of Shoals.
We’ve got a bookstore.
And a gift shop.
The snack bar is a popular place for an afternoon or late night snack.
The hotel lobby is a common gathering spot
for a friendly board game,
or a quiet conversation.
The island’s waterfront can be a scene of peaceful beauty…
Or intense drama.
Conferees can take part in a tennis match,
enjoy moments of quiet companionship,
or shared time with friends.
Meals are hearty and satisfyinghome style cuisine,
served family style in the hotel’s dining room.
While some conferences are adult only, others have an abundance of children.
There are generations of attendees,
some who grew up
coming to Star Island
every summer,
and some who did not discover Star Island until they were adults.
And many who will treasure their time on Star Island for years to come.
Traditions are important on Star Island.
From the weekly variety show presented by the Pelicans,
to enjoying the beauty of nature’s sunsetsin solitude…
or with friends.
Or taking pleasure in a bonfire on the rocks;
Or being spiritually fulfilled by the beauty of a candle lit chapel service.
Star Island is a welcoming place to anyone coming alone, with a friend, or an entire family.
Please join us this summer fora retreat you’ll remember always.
Photos by Linda Anderle, Greg Case, Sean D. Elliot, James Erard, and Jeff Spoor. Text and layout by Kate Brady and Deborah Lielasus Tombleson
www.starisland.org
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