Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

Hand-Tied Brooms: Sold Out

Date: November 30, 2019
Time: 10:00 am  to  12:00 pm

Hand-Tied Brooms

Saturday, November 30 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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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 (a hand-tied variation of a traditional flat broom). Learn to wrap, tie and finish hand-made brooms just like the Shakers.

All necessary materials are provided.

No experience necessary and all levels are encouraged to join.

Price: $45 per person

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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 - 800.734.5611 x 360.
This program is for guests ages 16 and up. All 16 and 17 year old guests must be accompanied by a paying adult.
10am is Sold Out! - Click Here to View 2pm program

Blessing of the Hounds – Cancelled Due to Weather

Date: November 30, 2019
Time: 9:00 am  to  11:00 am

2020 Blessing of the Hounds

For the Safety of Riders and Horses, this Event Has Been Cancelled Due to the Threat of Inclement Weather.
11 November 30 Blessing of the Hounds

Join Shaker Village and the Long Run Woodford Hounds fox chasers for this grand, traditional event featuring a blessing of the hounds, riders and the fox, followed by an exhibition of riding and hunting techniques.

Warm up with savory à la carte food options paired with favorite drinks from the Shaker Village bar.

This event is included with your general admission to Shaker Village, granting you access to historic tours, exhibits and other experiences across the property.

Call 1-800-734-5611 or email [email protected] for more information.

The Market Basket – Sold Out

Date: November 16, 2019
Time: 10:00 am  to  2:00 pm

Basic Basket Weaving: The Market Basket

Saturday, November 16 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Basic Weaving - The Market Basket

Take on the challenging project of making a market basket in a day! Learn the art of weaving using natural reed to make a basket that is perfect for shopping trips into town or to the local farmer’s market. All necessary materials are provided.

No experience necessary and all levels encouraged.

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 - 800.734.5611 x 360.

This event is for guests ages 18 and up.

Price: $65 per person
(Includes a boxed lunch) 

Sold Out - Click here for Nov. 23 Class

Holiday Greenery Helpers

Date: November 15, 2019 - November 17, 2019
Time: 2:00 pm  to  4:00 pm

Holiday Greenery Helpers

November 15, 16 + 17 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Drop in and help Shaker Village get ready for the holidays! Assemble fresh cut greenery to make festive swags to decorate The Historic Centre. Make one, then take one!

Volunteer your time and take a swag home with you as our thanks.

Call 1-800-734-5611 or email [email protected] for more information.

Herbs for Home and Health

Date: November 9, 2019
Time: 10:00 am  to  2:00 pm

Herbs for Home and Health

Saturday, November 9 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Herbs for Home and Health

The Shakers grew, prepared and sold herbs for many purposes across the country. Learn about varieties of herbs and how they can be used to make all natural products for your home and body.

This workshop includes discussion and demonstration of the basic steps for making carpet cleaners, hand sanitizers, green cleaners, teas, sugar scrubs, and more. Make several of your own products to take home or give as gifts. Find out just how easy it is to make big batches all at once!

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 - 859.734.5411.

This event is for guests ages 14 and up. If ages 14-17, they must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Price: $50 per person
(includes a boxed lunch) 

Ticket Sales Now Closed!

Cobwebber Brooms

Date: November 2, 2019
Time: 10:00 am  to  12:30 pm

Cobwebber Brooms

Saturday, November 2 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Hand-tied brooms workshop

Join us to learn a heritage craft that links us to over 200 years of tradition making brooms at Pleasant Hill.  We begin with small brushes, learning our craft and moving up to Cobwebbers—a hand-tied broom built on a handle. All necessary materials are provided.

No experience necessary and all levels are encouraged to join.

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 - 800.734.5611 x 360.
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.

Price: $65 per person
Ticket Sales Now Closed!

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