Mother’s Day Lunch, Dinner & Carryout

Date: May 9, 2021

Mother's Day Dining & Carryout

Sunday, May 9, 2021 | 11:30 am - 8:30 pm

Celebrate Mother's Day by joining us for a special lunch or dinner at The Trustees' Table.

Choose from entrées of Chicken Piccata, Roasted Beef Tenderloin & Horseradish Cream, Maryland Style Crab Cake & Red Pepper Remoulade, or Roasted Pork Rack Chop & Apple Brandy Demi-Glace. Every entrée includes Ambrosia salad, Shaker Village yeast rolls, corn pudding and sautéed broccolini. Finish off the meal with a selection of homemade desserts. Non-alcoholic beverages are included.

Children five and under will have a choice of grilled cheese or peanut butter and jelly sandwich, fruit, ice cream and a drink.

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

Carryout Orders Closed

Price:
$49 - Adults
$22 - Ages 6-12
$10 - Ages 3-5
Complimentary - Ages 2 and Under

Reservations are required! Pre-ordered carryout meals
are available as well.

Walking in Wildflowers

Date: April 24, 2021

Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Walking in Wildflowers

Saturday, April 24 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Ticket Sales Closed

Enjoy a guided walk along the Kentucky River Palisades to view spring ephemeral wildflowers in bloom. While the timing of specific blooms is hard to predict, be assured you will see signs of warmer weather around the corner.

Price:
Annual Passholder: $20
Non-Passholder: $25

Please take a moment to review the information below before arriving to ensure you are prepared for discovery! Email [email protected] with any special considerations or questions, including allergies, physical limitations, etc.

Discovery Treks will be held in a variety of indoor and outdoor locations throughout the year. Every effort will be made to hold the event in its planned location, weather permitting. For your comfort and safety, please consider the location, weather, temperature and activity when planning your attire. Dress for comfort and be ready for exploration. Please check in at the Welcome Center 15 minutes prior to the activities’ scheduled start time.

Adult supervision required for participants under the age of 16. All minors must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Scything at Shaker Village

Date: April 24, 2021

Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Scything At Shaker Village

Saturday, April 24 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

The scythe is an incredibly versatile tool that has been used for centuries. Join us to explore the history and usefulness of the scythe and other Shaker mowing tools. Then, pick up a scythe yourself and discover how easy, graceful and rewarding traditional mowing practice can be.

Price (includes box lunch):
Annual Passholder $40
Non-Annual Passholder $45

All participants must be at least 18. No experience necessary. All tools will be provided. New Austrian scything kits will be available for purchase at the conclusion of the workshop for $250.

Program fee includes one complimentary admission to Shaker Village, a boxed lunch and one voucher redeemable day-of for 20% off dining at the Trustees’ Table (excluding alcoholic beverages). Dining reservation recommended, call 859.734.5411.

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.

Ticket Sales Closed

Night Hike: Pink Moon & Lyrids Meteor Shower

Date: April 24, 2021

Time: 8:30 pm to 10:00 pm

Night Hike: Pink Moon & Lyrids Meteor Shower

Saturday, April 24 | 8:30 - 10:00 pm

Why is it called a “Pink Moon?”

April’s full moon often coincides with the blooming ground phlox, a pink flower that is common throughout North America.

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 discovering some of the mysteries and curiosities of the universe. Along the way, we will observe constellations and learn fun facts about the moon and its importance in our lives.

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

Participants should meet at the Welcome Center by 8:00 pm. All participants should bring flashlights to assist in returning to vehicles or rooms at the conclusion of the evening.

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

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Heritage Hunt For Bobwhite Quail – Lottery Drawing

Date: October 27, 2021

Heritage Hunt for Bobwhite Quail - Lottery Drawing

Wednesday, October 27, 2021

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Lottery Tickets Now closed

Shaker Village manages over 1,000 acres of restored native prairie. By establishing and caring for this important habitat, native wildlife, like Bobwhite Quail, have flourished.

Once a year, Shaker Village offers the public the opportunity to hunt wild quail in this native habitat through a hunt lottery.

Habitat management requires significant funding to conduct regular controlled burns, herbicide treatments, plantings and monitoring. Proceeds from The Heritage Hunt for Bobwhite Quail help Shaker Village provide this maintenance, and create a sustainable system so future generations may enjoy Kentucky's native flora and fauna. In addition, wildlife management through controlled hunts helps to sustain a healthier quail population.

Controlled Hunt Details

Drawing Date: October 27, 2021
Hunt Dates: December 2021 - coming soon
Raffle Tickets: $20 each or $100 for six

One winner will receive:

Two full-day hunts for winner and one guest
One night at The Inn, plus meals at The Trustees’ Table for two
Hunt guide and dogs

Winner will be notified by phone. Valid in 2021 only. Kentucky hunting license, gun and ammunition not provided.

Additional Resources:

Kentucky Afield joins a quail hunt at Shaker Village.

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

Easter Lunch, Dinner & Carryout

Date: April 4, 2021

Time: 11:30 am to 8:00 pm

Easter Lunch, Dinner & Carryout

Sunday, April 4, 2021 @ 11:30 am - 8:00 pm

Celebrate the Easter holiday by joining us for a traditional Easter lunch or dinner at The Trustees Table.

Choose from entrées of Roasted Leg of Lamb, Shaved Bluegrass Country Ham, Mrs. Kremer’s Fried Chicken Breast or Verlasso Salmon Croquettes. Every entrée includes Shaker Village yeast rolls, pea salad, oven roasted carrots and fennel, sautéed asparagus and garlic mashed potatoes. Finish off the meal with a selection of homemade desserts. Non-alcoholic beverages are included.

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

Carryout Orders Sold Out!

Price:
$45.00 - Adults
$20.00 - Ages 6-12
$10.00 - Ages 3-5
Complimentary - Ages 2 and Under

Reservations are required!