Basic Chair Taping – Footstool: Sold Out

Date: August 21, 2021

Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Basic Chair Taping - Footstool

Saturday, August 21 | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Take on the challenging project of making a footstool in a day. Learn the art of chair taping while using materials that are similar to what the Pleasant Hill Shakers would have used.

All necessary materials are provided. No experience necessary and all levels encouraged.

Annual Passholder: $90 includes box lunch
Non-Annual Passholder: $95 includes box lunch

Program fee includes one complimentary admission to Shaker Village and one voucher for 20% off dining at The Trustees’ Table (excluding alcoholic beverages). Dining reservations recommended, 859.734.5611. Discovery Trek availability is limited, and advanced registration and non-refundable prepayment is required. Day-of walk-ins may be taken if space is available.

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It Takes A Village Volunteer Day

Date: May 8, 2021

Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

It Takes a Village: Volunteer Work Day

Saturday, May 8 | 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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.

To keep our volunteers and staff safe we will be working in small groups, following all COVID-19 safety standards, and providing tools for individual use only where needed.

Work projects will total approximately 4 hours of the day, for guests ages 18 and up, and space is limited.

Registration Now Closed

All volunteers are eligible to receive 20% off an overnight stay (available the Thursday - Sunday nights of your volunteer weekend). Use promo code V321 when you make your reservation.

Volunteers will also receive a voucher for 20% off one meal at the Trustees' Table! Reservations are recommended.

For more information, please call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected].

Painting Demonstration

Date: October 16, 2021

Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Painting Demonstration - Marianna McDonald

Saturday, October 16 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wildflowers and Oak, Marianna McDonald, Shaker Village art

Sycamore Trail, Marianna McDonald, Shaker Village art

Learn painting techniques with local artist Marianna McDonald. Join in on the fun and learn how the beauty of Shaker Village has influenced some of her beautiful pieces. Marianna’s work will be available for purchase at the Welcome Center.

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

Call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information.

Painting Demonstration

Date: August 28, 2021

Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Painting Demonstration - Marianna McDonald

Saturday, August 28 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

Call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information.

Night Hike: Stargazing – Sold Out

Date: August 28, 2021

Time: 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm

Night Hike: Stargazing

Saturday, August 28 | 8:00-9:30 pm

The night sky and the cosmos have been a source of inspiration and amazement throughout human history. Join us for an evening at Pleasant Hill and explore the starry sky! On this gentle hike through the Preserve, take in the wonders of the prairie and forest at night while learning about some of the mysteries and curiosities of the universe. Along the way, we will identify and observe constellations that are visible in our hemisphere during the summer months.

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

Sold Out!

All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Guests should meet at the Welcome Center at 7:30 pm. All guests should bring flashlights that they can use to assist them return to their vehicles at the conclusion of the evening.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information.

Glow Paddle – Sold Out

Date: September 11, 2021

Time: 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Glow Paddle

Saturday, September 11 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Are you ready for a twilight adventure through the Palisades? Paddle the Kentucky and Dix Rivers as sunset falls over the cliffs. This 2-hour guided trip is led by Canoe Kentucky and leaves from nearby Shaker Landing.

Suitable for ages 12 and older. Program fee includes one complimentary admission to Shaker Village and one voucher redeemable day-of for 20% off dining at The Trustees’ Table (excluding alcoholic beverages).

Dining reservations are recommended to assure availability, 859.734.5411.

Pricing

Canoe Rental: $50 per person
Kayak Rental: $60 per person
Bring Own Canoe: $45 per person
Bring Own Kayak: $50 per person

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Shaker Village Glow Paddles are weather-dependent, and may be cancelled if river levels are unsafe. In these cases the decision to cancel will be made 24 hours prior to the event and a full refund will be issued to each registered participant.