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Holiday Reed Stars

Date: December 5, 2026
Time: 10:15 am  to  12:30 pm

2026 Holiday Reed Stars

Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Harrodsburg, Ky. Photo by Isabella Sepahban
on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Harrodsburg, Ky. Photo by Isabella Sepahban

Embrace the holiday season with festive, handmade decorations! These elaborate stars, woven out of reed dyed in an assortment of colors, look beauitful on a Christmas tree or adorning a wreath, and they also make the perfect holiday gift.

During this workshop, each participant will make two reed stars (one large and one small) in contrasting colors.

General Admission: $60

Members receive a 20% discount.
Become a Member today.

10:00 AM | Register Now

No prior experience necessary, but guests should be aware that weaving reed stars involves visual acuity and fine-motor control.

Holiday Reed Stars is intended for participants aged 16+. Tickets required for all attendees.  

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

Registered attendees who book an overnight stay at The Inn receive a 30% discount, applied at checkout. (Overnight stay must be for the date immediately preceding or succeeding the program. Discount applies to one night. Cannot be combined with other offers. Overnight stay must be booked through Shaker Village and not through a 3rd party website.)

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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

Holiday Reed Stars

Date: November 14, 2026
Time: 10:15 am  to  4:30 pm

2026 Holiday Reed Stars

Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Harrodsburg, Ky. Photo by Isabella Sepahban
on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Harrodsburg, Ky. Photo by Isabella Sepahban

Embrace the holiday season with festive, handmade decorations! These elaborate stars, woven out of reed dyed in an assortment of colors, look beauitful on a Christmas tree or adorning a wreath, and they also make the perfect holiday gift.

During this workshop, each participant will make two reed stars (one large and one small) in contrasting colors.

General Admission: $60

Members receive a 20% discount.
Become a Member today.

10:00 AM | Register Now
2:00 PM | Register Now

No prior experience necessary, but guests should be aware that weaving reed stars involves visual acuity and fine-motor control.

Holiday Reed Stars is intended for participants aged 16+. Tickets required for all attendees.  

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

Registered attendees who book an overnight stay at The Inn receive a 30% discount, applied at checkout. (Overnight stay must be for the date immediately preceding or succeeding the program. Discount applies to one night. Cannot be combined with other offers. Overnight stay must be booked through Shaker Village and not through a 3rd party website.)

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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

Beeswax Ornaments

Date: December 19, 2026
Time: 10:15 am  to  12:30 pm

2026 Beeswax Ornaments

Saturday, December 19, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Harrodsburg, Ky. Photo by Isabella Sepahban
on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Harrodsburg, Ky. Photo by Isabella Sepahban

Inspired by the German tradition of using beeswax to create beautiful ornaments, we'll walk through the process of using ceramic molds to make decorations of pure beeswax. Participants will then get to choose from an assortment of provided mold options, making 3-4 ornaments to take home.

General Admission: $60

Members receive a 20% discount.
Become a Member today.

Register Now

No prior experience necessary, but guests should be aware that this workshop involves fine motor control and working with hot wax.

Beeswax Ornaments is intended for participants aged 16+. Tickets required for all attendees.   

After this workshop, enjoy complimentary admission to Illuminated Evenings. Program fee also includes one voucher for 20% off dining at the Trustees’ Table (excluding alcoholic beverages). Dining reservation recommended: call 859.734.5411.

Registered attendees who book an overnight stay at The Inn receive a 30% discount, applied at checkout. (Overnight stay must be for the date immediately preceding or succeeding the program. Discount applies to one night. Cannot be combined with other offers. Overnight stay must be booked through Shaker Village and not through a 3rd party website.)

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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

Vintage Paper Creations

Date: November 14, 2026
Time: 10:15 am  to  4:30 pm

2026 Vintage Paper Creations

Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
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It's never too early to get started on festive, handmade decorations. Using the simplest of mediums - paper - we'll create beautiful handmade ornaments and decorations perfect for the holiday season. You'll learn how to take sheet music, or other types of paper, and transform it into an elaborate rosette.

During this workshop, each participant will make a large rosette or wreath, along with a small "flower" ornament to use in the center.

General Admission: $60

Members receive a 20% discount.
Become a Member today.

10:00 am | Register Now
2:00 pm | Register Now

No prior experience necessary, but guests should be aware that making paper ornaments involves visual acuity, fine-motor control, and working with hot glue.

Vintage Paper Creations is intended for participants aged 12+. Tickets required for all attendees.  

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

Registered attendees who book an overnight stay at The Inn receive a 30% discount, applied at checkout. (Overnight stay must be for the date immediately preceding or succeeding the program. Discount applies to one night. Cannot be combined with other offers. Overnight stay must be booked through Shaker Village and not through a 3rd party website.)

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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

Lunar Eclipse Viewing

Date: August 27, 2026
Time: 9:30 pm  to  11:00 pm

2026 Lunar Eclipse Viewing

Thursday, August 27, 2026 | 9:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
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Shaker Village is the perfect location to observe 2026's second lunar eclipse! Join us for a gentle evening hike as we enjoy Shaker Village by night and watch the beginnings of the eclipse. While maximum eclipse (at 12:15 a.m.) is a bit past our bedtime, we'll be able to watch the moon begin to darken and take on a reddish hue as the Earth's shadow blocks the light of the sun.

General Admission: $25

Members receive a 20% discount.
Become a Member today.

Register Now

This program will take place outdoors, and is subject to cancellation in case of inclement weather or heavy cloud cover. If cancellation is necessary, Shaker Village will contact all registered guests.

Participants should be comfortable walking in low light/semi-dark conditions. Participants may wish to bring a flashlight/headlamp, insect repellant and water.

Registered attendees who book an overnight stay at The Inn receive a 30% discount, applied at checkout. (Overnight stay must be for the date immediately preceding or succeeding the program. Discount applies to one night. Cannot be combined with other offers. Overnight stay must be booked through Shaker Village and not through a 3rd party website.)

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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

Harvest Moon Hike

Date: September 26, 2026
Time: 7:30 pm  to  9:00 pm

2026 Harvest Moon Hike

Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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What better time to enjoy a nighttime hike than in the light of the full moon? Traditionally, the full moon that falls closest to the autumnal equinox has always been known as the "Harvest Moon" - a time for farmers to finish gathering their summer crops and begin preparing for winter. Rising just before sunset, this year's Harvest Moon will be the perfect illumination for an evening stroll on the Preserve.

General Admission: $25

Members receive a 20% discount.
Become a Member today.

Register Now

This hike will take place outdoors, rain or shine. Participants will traverse gravel, grass, and dirt pathways on a 1.5-3.0 mile loop along Shaker Village's trails. Participants should be comfortable walking in low light/semi-dark conditions. Participants may wish to bring a flashlight/headlamp, insect repellant and water.

The Harvest Moon Hike is intended for ages 12+. Tickets required for all attendees. Dogs are not permitted.

Registered attendees who book an overnight stay at The Inn receive a 30% discount, applied at checkout. (Overnight stay must be for the date immediately preceding or succeeding the program. Discount applies to one night. Cannot be combined with other offers. Overnight stay must be booked through Shaker Village and not through a 3rd party website.)

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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

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