Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

Hand-Tied Brooms

Date: November 6, 2021
Time: 10:00 am  to  1:00 pm

Hand-Tied Brooms

Saturday, November 6 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Crafts, Brooms, Broommaking, DIY

Join us to learn a heritage craft that links us to a 200 year tradition of broom making at Pleasant Hill.  In this workshop you will begin by making smaller brushes and progress to creating a Turkey Wing broom (a hand-tied variation of a traditional flat broom). Learn to wrap, tie and finish hand-made brooms just like the Shakers did.

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

Cost:

Annual Passholder: $65
Non-Annual Passholder: $70

Sold Out
Program fee includes one complimentary admission to Shaker Village and one voucher redeemable for 20% off dining at the Trustees’ Table (excluding alcoholic beverages). Dining reservation recommended to assure availability, call 859.734.5411.
This program is for is for guests ages 16 and up. All 16 and 17 year old guests must be accompanied by a paid adult.

War Comes to Zion: Pleasant Hill and the American Civil War

Starts November 4, 2022 then every Friday until November 26, 2022
Time: 6:00 pm  to  7:00 pm

War Comes to Zion: Pleasant Hill & the American Civil War

Friday & Saturday Evenings in November | 6-7:00 pm
Civil War at Pleasant Hill

The Shakers were committed pacifists but were unable to fully avoid the nation’s deadliest war. Soldiers camped in the village, marched on its roads on their way to the Perryville Battlefield and traded control of its vital ferry on the Kentucky River.

Take a stroll through the Village and learn about how the Civil War impacted Pleasant Hill in the 1860s – and for years to come!

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

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

Friday, Nov. 4 - Online Sales Closed
Sat., Nov. 5 - Online Sales Closed
Friday, Nov. 11 - Online Sales Closed
Sat., Nov. 12 - Online Sales Closed
Friday, Nov. 18 - Online Sales Closed
Sat., Nov. 19 - Online Sales Closed
Friday, Nov. 25 - Online Sales Closed
Sat., Nov. 26 - Online Sales Closed

War Comes to Zion: Pleasant Hill and the American Civil War

Starts November 5, 2021 then every Friday until November 27, 2021
Time: 6:00 pm  to  7:00 pm

War Comes to Zion: Pleasant Hill & the American Civil War

November 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 | 6-7:00 pm
Civil War at Pleasant Hill

The Shakers were committed pacifists but were unable to fully avoid the nation’s deadliest war. Soldiers camped in the village, marched on its roads on their way to the Perryville Battlefield and traded control of its vital ferry on the Kentucky River.

Take a stroll through the Village and learn about how the Civil War impacted Pleasant Hill in the 1860s – and for years to come!

Price:
Annual Passholder: $5
Non-Annual Passholder: $10

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

November 5: Sold Out
November 6: Sold Out
November 12: Sold Out
November 13: Sold Out
November 19: Sold Out
November 20: Sold Out
November 26: Sold Out
November 27: Sold Out

Boo Cruise – Sold Out

Date: October 30, 2021
Time: 12:00 pm  to  4:00 pm
10 October 19 - Boo Cruise

Boo! Cruise

Saturday, October 30 | Noon, 2:00 pm & 4:00 pm

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Make waves at this fun Halloween party on the Kentucky River! Wear your costume for the costume contest, hear a spooky story, play games and enjoy light refreshments and festive decorations on this family-friendly cruise.

All ages are welcome. Adult supervision required.

Pricing:
$15 - ages 13 +
$10 - ages 6-12
$5 ages - 5 and under

Noon - Sold Out
Tickets - Sold Out
Tickets - Sold Out

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

Halloween Howl At The Moon Hike – Sold Out

Date: October 30, 2021
Time: 7:30 pm  to  9:00 pm

Halloween howl at the moon Hike

Saturday, October 30 | 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Moon, night sky, harvest moon, full moon

Join us just before Halloween to explore the starry sky and full moon! 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. Costumes are welcome, but no werewolves, please!

Cost:

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

Sold Out

All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Participants should be at the Welcome Center by 7:00 pm. All guests should bring flashlights that they can use to assist them return to their vehicles or rooms at the conclusion of the evening.

Candle Making

Date: October 16, 2021
Time: 10:00 am  to  2:00 pm

Candle Making

Saturday, October 16 | 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Candle making, candles, DIY, crafts, candle dipping

Join us to learn the traditional art of candle making. During this workshop, we will make both dipped and scented candles using a blend of historic and modern methods.  

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

Pricing (includes box lunch):
Annual Passholder: $45
Non-Annual Passholder: $50

Ticket Sales Closed

This workshop is for ages 14 and up. If under age 18 you must be accompanied by a paying adult.

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

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