Common Ground Pilgrimages
Immersive travel for the reader & wanderer
Together we’ll step into a beloved book, share in ritual and reflection, and return home carrying meaning that lasts. Join a small circle of fellow travelers for a retreat where reading, writing, and walking become pathways to connection, clarity, and renewal.
The Common Ground Experience
Est. 2018Books, paths, and community — woven together.
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What our pilgrims are saying
“This was a truly magical, soul-filling experience I have had a hard time explaining to others. In a world that seems determined to make us feel isolated, spending a week with kind, intelligent, interesting people from around the world who are bound by the love of a book is a priceless experience.”
“Common Ground pilgrimages are a beautiful way to take some time away from my hectic life. I leave feeling more sure of myself, more creative, and inspired by the fantastic people I have met.”
“If you’re on the fence about going, just go. You won’t regret it.”
“The magic of Common Ground pilgrimages is their ability to take a beloved novel and make it the foundation for an experience of renewal and expansion.”
This pilgrimage opens for registration at 2:00pm ET, Wednesday November 4th.
November 1st - 5th • Hannah McGregor
Join Hannah McGregor in Rockport, Massachusetts for Common Ground’s upcoming pilgrimage dedicated to Alice Hoffman’s beloved novel Practical Magic. Pilgrims will enjoy scenic views, thoughtful conversations, and gorgeous hikes along the Cape Ann peninsula.
What’s Included
Four nights at the Yankee Clipper Inn
All meals from dinner on November 1st to breakfast on November 5th
Transportation in Massachusetts from the afternoon of November 1st to midday on November 5th
One-on-one chaplaincy session
Daily class time with Hannah
Scenic walks, a day trip to Salem, and satisfying meals
Customized journal and writing pen
Please Read! All registrants must read and agree to our Terms & Conditions