Events Archive - Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

Mother’s Day Dining

Marketing Department — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:57:05 +0000

Date: May 10, 2026

Time: 11:10 am to 7:10 pm

2026 Mother's Day Dining & Carryout

Sunday, May 10, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Celebrate Mother's Day by joining us for a special lunch or dinner at The Trustees' Table. Guests will make selections from the below menu options. Children ages 3-12 may choose a smaller portion of any of the below entrées, or order from our Kid's Menu with the choice of a peanut butter and honey sandwich or grilled cheese served with fresh cut fruit and ice cream.

For the Table

Ambrosia Salad

Shaker Village Yeast Rolls

Entrées

Mrs. Kramer's Fried Chicken Breast

Roasted Beef Tenderloin, Horseradish Cream

Salmon Croquettes, Dill Aioli

Roasted Pork Rack Chop, Apple Chutney

Side Dishes

Corn Pudding

Sauteed Green Beans

Dessert Selection Presented at Your Table

Can't dine with us? Place an order for a Carryout meal and choose when you'd like to pick it up.

Carryout | Register Now

Price (includes non-alcoholic beverage, tax and gratuity):
$54 - Adults (13+)
$26 - Youth Portion (3-12)
$15 - Kid's À La Carte Menu (3-12)

Reservations are required.
All sales are final and reservation times cannot be transferred.

Volunteer Work Day

Marketing Department — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:42:45 +0000

Date: July 11, 2026

Time: 9:10 am to 4:10 pm

2026 it takes a village: volunteer work day

Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Roll up your sleeves and lend a hand to help maintain the beauty of Shaker Village! Shaker Village staff will lead small teams of volunteers on a variety of outdoor beautification projects, including painting, staining and cleaning.

Work projects will total approximately six hours of the day. For guests ages 15 and up. Space is limited.

Registered attendees who book an overnight stay at The Inn receive a 30% discount, applied at checkout. (Overnight stay must be for the date immediately preceding or succeeding the program. Discount applies to one night. Cannot be combined with other offers. Overnight stay must be booked through Shaker Village and not through a 3^rd party website.)

Volunteers will also receive a continental breakfast, box lunch and a voucher for 20% off one meal at the Trustees' Table! Reservations are recommended: call 859.734.5411.

For more information, please call 859.734.5411 or email info@shakervillageky.org.

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unPleasant Weather

Marketing Department — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:11:43 +0000

Date: April 25, 2026

Time: 7:10 pm to 8:10 pm

2026 unPleasant Weather

April 11, 17 & 25, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

General Admission: $15

Annual Passholders receive a 20% discount. Become an
Annual Passholder today.

April 11 | Registration Closed

April 17 | Register Now

April 25 | Register Now

Weather played an immense role in the lives of the Pleasant Hill Shakers. As farmers, the arrival of a late frost or an inopportune hailstorm could be the difference between a successful harvest and a lean year. Tornados, severe thunderstorms, and even earthquakes were all challenges endured by the Shakers. One year, spring flooding on the Kentucky River was so severe that the Shakers wrote that their buildings at Shaker Landing had turned into islands that they ”sailed around with the skiff.”

Join us for this special April program at Shaker Village’s riverfront property at Shaker Landing where we’ll explore some of the natural disasters and unpleasant weather that impacted the Pleasant Hill Shakers.

This program is a guided evening conversation, hosted around a warming fire at Shaker Landing. Lawn blankets will be provided for attendees. Participants should be comfortable walking brief distances over uneven ground. Participants unable to sit on the ground may wish to bring a lawn chair or other portable seating. unPleasant Weather will proceed rain or shine, although the program may be modified in case of inclement weather.

unPleasant Weather is intended for ages 12+. Tickets required for all attendees. Dogs are not permitted.

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email info@shakervillageky.org for more information.

unPleasant Weather

Marketing Department — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:11:17 +0000

Date: April 17, 2026

Time: 7:10 pm to 8:10 pm

2026 unPleasant Weather

April 11, 17 & 25, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

General Admission: $15

Annual Passholders receive a 20% discount. Become an
Annual Passholder today.

April 11 | Registration Closed

April 17 | Register Now

April 25 | Register Now

unPleasant Weather is intended for ages 12+. Tickets required for all attendees. Dogs are not permitted.

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email info@shakervillageky.org for more information.

Pottery Demonstration-Cancelled

Marketing Department — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:00:48 +0000

Date: April 18, 2026

Time: 10:10 am to 4:10 pm

2026 Pottery Demonstration - Trish Caudill

Saturday, April 18, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Due to the weather forecast this demo has been cancelled.

Join potter Trish Caudill as she demonstrates her artistic process on a pottery wheel. This demonstration will take place outdoors, weather permitting, and guests will be able to interact with the artist and discuss her process.

Artist's Statement

I have been working in clay for almost 15 years and came to find my love for clay by taking a ceramics class to fulfill a diversity course for my business degrees.

The first time I put my hands in clay I experienced a connection that I have never felt before. At that moment I knew that this is what I was supposed to do in my working life.

Demonstrations take place at the Welcome Center, and participation is included with Admission to Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email info@shakervillageky.org for more information.

Family Fun Package!

Marketing Department — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:47:48 +0000

Date: June 5, 2026 - June 6, 2026

Time: 8:10 am to 8:10 pm

2026 Family Fun Package

June 5 or 6, 2026

Pack up the Family and leave your worries behind! Let Shaker Village host a weekend of fun for you and your family. Enjoy a Nature Hike on Friday, exploring our 3,000-acre Nature Preserve. Saturday is a fun-filled day including admission to Kid’s Science Saturday, and a family cookout in our Amphitheater.

Package includes Overnight accommodations for a family of four, including breakfast. Also included are two drink vouchers to be used while you enjoy our Music on the Lawn, hosted both Friday
and Saturday evening.

Book on Friday Night with Code: FAMF26F

Book on Saturday Night with Code: FAMF26S

Rates are $287 (Friday night) or $320 (Saturday night) plus tax for four people (2 adults & 2 children). Dining reservations are required at the Trustees’ Table for breakfast and can be made when you book your package.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email info@shakervillageky.org.

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Kids Science Saturday Extravaganza

Marketing Department — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:43:15 +0000

Date: June 6, 2026

Time: 10:10 am to 3:10 pm

2026 Kids Science Extravaganza

Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Join us for loads of hands-on activities, giveaways, a play area and archeology digs. Kids will engage with activations and experiments related to the field of science. Bring your own jar, bottle or other container to exchange for a prize.

Details Coming Soon!

Members receive complimentary admission but are required to register for the event.

Registration Coming Soon

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

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

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email info@shakervillageky.org for more information.

2026 Mother’s Day Farm & Garden Market & Tea

Marketing Department — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:01:33 +0000

Date: May 9, 2026

Time: 10:10 am to 5:10 pm

2026 Mother's Day Farm & Garden Market & Tea

Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | With Admission Ticket

Looking for more? Join us on Sunday, May 10 for Mother’s Day Lunch or Dinner at The Trustees’ Table featuring a special menu.

You’ll find thoughtful gifts for the mom in your life just in time for Mother’s Day at our spring-inspired Farm and Garden Market. Women-owned business vendors will have booths filled with special giftables to make moms smile. Native plants will be available to purchase to get your garden going. Plus, you’ll enjoy 20% off in all three of the Shaker Village Shops!

Admission to the Market is complimentary with paid admission to Shaker Village which can be purchased at the Welcome Center and in The Trustees’ Gift Shop. Stick around after the Market and join us for Music on the Lawn at 6:30 p.m.

Tea Time
Join us for a special tea under the tent on The Trustees’ Lawn. We will be offering a selection of teas from Elmwood Inn and sweet treats made by Chef Amber Hokams and her Bakery Team. Reserve your tea time by clicking on the link below.

Menu

Assorted Elmwood Inn Teas

French Macaroons

Mini Blueberry Scones, Vanilla Bean Glaze

Lemon Curd Tartlets, Fresh Raspberry

Market Vendors

Rose Stoltzman | Forever Rose Apothecary

Karen Luckey | Luckey Bears

Patti Colyer | Mystic Glass

Saskia Kramer | Saskia One of a Kind | Ceramics

Jennifer Maynard | 4J’s Farm | Flowers & Plants

Erin Leigh | Dough Rei Me | Bakery Items

Trish Caudill | Trish's Dishes Ceramics

Paige Hale | Hats

Deb Chenault | Twelfth House Designs | Jewelry

Judy Schmidt | Fun with Fusion | Glassware

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email info@shakervillageky.org.

October Big Day – Birding for Beginners

Marketing Department — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:59:48 +0000

Date: October 10, 2026

Time: 3:10 pm to 5:10 pm

2026 October Big Day- Birding for Beginners

Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day by joining in on one Big Day of birding! Join us for an easy hike on the Preserve and learn birding basics while participating in this massive, global birding event.

General Admission: $25

Members receive a 20% discount.
Become a Member today.

This walk will take place outdoors, rain or shine. Closed-toe shoes and binoculars recommended.

All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for all hike attendees. Dogs are not permitted.

Registered attendees who book an overnight stay at The Inn receive a 30% discount, applied at checkout. (Overnight stay must be for the date immediately preceding or succeeding the program. Discount applies to one night. Cannot be combined with other offers. Overnight stay must be booked through Shaker Village and not through a 3^rd party website.)

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email info@shakervillageky.org for more information.

Butterfly Walk

Marketing Department — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:05:03 +0000

Date: June 27, 2026

Time: 5:10 pm to 7:00 pm

2026 Butterfly Walk

Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Take a guided stroll through the historic Village grounds and get a closer look at some of the many butterflies that call it home. Guest will learn how to attract and identify common butterflies.

General Admission: $25

Members receive a 20% discount.
Become a Member today.

This walk will take place outdoors, rain or shine. Participants will traverse gravel and grass pathways on a 1.5 mile loop along Shaker Village's trails. Water bottles, closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars and cameras are recommended.

All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for all hike attendees. Dogs are not permitted.

Registered attendees who book an overnight stay at The Inn receive a 30% discount, applied at checkout. (Overnight stay must be for the date immediately preceding or succeeding the program. Discount applies to one night. Cannot be combined with other offers. Overnight stay must be booked through Shaker Village and not through a 3^rd party website.)

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email info@shakervillageky.org for more information.