Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

Pleasant Hill and the Civil War

Date: November 7, 2020
Time: 6:00 pm

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

Saturday, November 7 @ 6:00 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: $5 per person
FREE for Annual Passholders

Ticket Sales now Closed

 

* For more information, call 859.734.1574 or email info@shakervillageky.org. 

Pleasant Hill and the Civil War

Date: November 6, 2020
Time: 6:00 pm

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

Friday, November 6 @ 6:00 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: $5 per person
FREE for Annual Passholders

Ticket Sales now Closed

 

* For more information, call 859.734.1574 or email info@shakervillageky.org. 

The Meeting House at 200

Date: October 31, 2020
Time: 10:00 am  to  5:00 pm

The Meeting House at 200

Saturday, October 31 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Meeting House

Join us as we celebrate 200 years of the Meeting House! Officially completed by the Shakers on October 31, 1820, the Pleasant Hill Meeting House has seen 200 years of history, and we want to share it with you.

The Pleasant Hill Meeting House was built to serve a purpose.  As the place of worship for the Shakers, the Meeting House acted as the spiritual center of the community, drawing all members together in union. This building witnessed close to a century of Shaker worship before falling into private hands. While use of the space has changed over time, the original structure remains.

Come out to explore the Meeting House, and enjoy a day of tours and activities. Be sure to stop by the Welcome Center first for your Meeting House at 200 program.

Participation is included with your paid Admission to Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill.

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Bonus Spirit Strolls

Date: October 31, 2020
Time: 6:00 pm  to  7:30 pm

Bonus Spirit Strolls

Saturday, October 31 @ 6:00 pm & 7:30 pm
Spirit Strolls

* This program is recommended for ages 12 and up, and all minors must be accompanied by an adult.

* Participants should gather in front of the 1839 Trustees' Office fifteen minutes prior to the start of their program.

Join our interpretive team for this "spirited" program that explores some of Pleasant Hill's darker and more macabre moments.

Your guided stroll will begin in front of the 1839 Trustees' Office, where lanterns will be distributed for those tours occurring after dark. As you walk along the historic turnpike, you will hear a selection of journal entries and stories, preserved from the Shakers of Pleasant Hill, that will be sure to send a tingle down your spine.

Your journey will end at the 1811 Shaker Cemetery, where you will learn more about the burial traditions of this now departed community.

Price: $5 per person
Free for Annual Passholders

Sold Out for 6:00 pm
Sold Out for 7:30 pm

* In case of rain, the program will still take place utilizing interior spaces of historic, Shaker buildings.

* For more information, call 859.734.1574 or email info@shakervillageky.org. 

Halloween Howl at the Moon Hike-Sold Out

Date: October 31, 2020
Time: 7:30 pm  to  9:00 pm

Halloween howl at the moon Hike

Saturday, October 31 | 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Moon, night sky, harvest moon, full moon

Join us on Halloween eve 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: FREE
Non-Annual Passholder: $5

Tickets 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.

To ensure the safety of our guests and staff all participants will be required to wear a mask. When gathered in a group masks must be worn, but when hiking they may be removed. Social distancing will also be enforced. 

Homeschool Days

Date: December 8, 2020

Homeschool Days

Recurring Event
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Homeschool, garden, vegetable garden

The second Tuesday of each month, Shaker Village offers home educators and their families reduced $5 admission. Explore 3,000 acres of discovery throughout The Historic Centre, The Farm and The Preserve!

Be sure to visit our new educational exhibits to uncover what life was like in this communal society!

Looking to bring your Homeschool group, co-op, or learning pod to Shaker Village for a field trip?  Visit our Student Groups page to explore your options. Daily Adventures change seasonally. Schedule subject to change.

Other adventures to consider while you’re here:

The Trustees’ Table | The Shops |  The Inn

Become an Annual Passholder and save! Your Annual Pass supports new programs and educational opportunities, while you receive free admission and great discounts all year!

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