Kirkside Project to Break Ground on August 8

ROXBURY – You are cordially invited on the afternoon of Friday, August 8, at 4:30pm to join community members, dignitaries, and partners as we gather at the historic Kirkside Mansion in Roxbury, for a celebration marking a bold new chapter in its legacy. The groundbreaking ceremony will launch the Kirkside Project—an ambitious and visionary initiative that will transform the cherished mansion into a dynamic hub for career development, hospitality training, and entrepreneurial innovation. 

The event will begin with heartfelt remarks from project leaders and local advocates, outlining a future where Kirkside would serve not only as a fully operational inn and restaurant but also as a center for experiential learning. The project represents a model of adaptive reuse, breathing new life into a significant historical asset while fostering economic development and educational opportunities.

The groundbreaking will mark the ceremonial start of a geothermal well system—an essential feature of the project's sustainability goals. Guests can explore detailed plans and learn about next steps. 

The Kirkside Project is a MARK Project initiative and is funded in part by NYS Homes and Community Renewal, Empire State Development, the O’Connor Foundation, Appalachian Regional Commission, Transition Catskills, and many local businesses and individuals. It stands as a testament to the power of collaboration, rural revitalization, and the enduring spirit of Roxbury.

So please join us with shovels in hand and hearts full, as we celebrate not only the breaking of ground but the building of a future—rooted in history, driven by innovation, and sustained by community.

Live Music with “Bravely”, Picnic Feast, Soft and Adult Beverages. Lawn seats are welcome, picnic tables available. 

This is more than just a groundbreaking—it's the start of something extraordinary.

Location:
53865 State Highway 30, Roxbury, NY

PleaseRSVP by August 1
Email: alice@markproject.org
Phone: 845-586-3500