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Starts December 1, 2023 then every Friday until December 16, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm  to  8:00 pm

Candlelight Tour

December 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16 | 5:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Civil War at Pleasant Hill

The Shaker celebration of Christmas has changed dramatically in the 200+ years the Shaker religion has existed in America. Together we will trace the evolution of Christmas celebrations in Shaker communities like Pleasant Hill and compare them to the contemporary interpretations of the holiday season.

Price:
Annual Passholder:
$10
Non-Annual Passholder: $15

The tour will begin outside of The Trustees' Office. For more information, call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected]. 

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Friday, December 1 | 5:30 p.m.
Friday, December 1 | 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 2 | 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 2 | 7:00 p.m.
Friday, December 8 | 5:30 p.m.
Friday, December 8 | 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 9 | 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 9 | 7:00 p.m.
Friday, December 15 | 5:30 p.m.
Friday, December 15 | 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 16 | 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 16 | 7:00 p.m.

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