Directions to The Clearing
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Jens Jensen Visitor Center Hours
8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday
Additional bookstore summer hours (mid-May through mid-October) noon to 4 p.m.
on Saturdays and Sundays
Campus Visiting Hours
For many years, The Clearing has had a "closed campus" policy while resident classes are in session. This means that the area west of the main road through The Clearing property - the area where the old buildings are located (the Lodge, Schoolhouse and cabins) - is closed to visitors, including those participating in one and two-day workshops at The Clearing, from Monday through Friday. This closed campus policy is strictly enforced in order to ensure the privacy of resident students and instructors and to enhance the retreat aspect of The Clearing experience.
From May to October, during this time, The Clearing campus is open to visitors on Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4:00 p.m. (Visitors will be asked to leave the campus area at any other time.) Clearing volunteers or staff members will be in the Jens Jensen Center and the Lodge to answer questions.
Site Map
Detailed map of The Clearing Site
Accessibility
Although every reasonable effort has been made or is being made to make The Clearing's buildings and grounds accessible for students with physical disabilities, some students may find our campus difficult to negotiate. (Note that The Clearing's dining room is on the second floor of the Lodge.) Please call The Clearing to discuss any concerns you have regarding accessibility.