Explorer Summer Camp: Open House

Date: May 19, 2019

Time: 2:41 pm to 3:41 pm

Explorer Summer Camp: Open House

Sunday, May 19 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Join us for an open house to learn more about this summer’s upcoming Explorer Camp! Bring your questions for the Camp Director and get a sneak peek of where campers will spend their time!

There will be three, one-week sessions of 2019 Explorer Camp:
June 10-14, June 17-21 + June 24-28.

Summer camp can be one of the most valuable experiences in a child’s life. Explorer Camp allows children ages 6-12 to learn new skills and make friends at one of the most spectacular National Historic Landmarks in the world.

During this one-week day camp, trained staff will guide children through adventures in The Preserve, on The Farm, on the Kentucky River and throughout The Historic Centre.

Learn more and register for camp

Pricing: $235 per person
Register before April 1: $205 per person

Fee includes full-day of programming throughout the week, two healthy snacks per day, Shaker Village water bottle and free annual family membership ($125 value - begins after camp attendance). Campers must bring their own, non-perishable sack lunch.

Call 859-734-1544 or email [email protected] for more information!

Explorer Summer Camp-Sold Out

Starts June 10, 2019 then every Monday until June 28, 2019

Time: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm

2019 Explorer Summer Camp

Click Here To View the 2020 Explorer Camp Page

Monday thru Friday // 7:30 am - 5:30 pm // Three Weekly Options in June

Venture into a world of discovery with Shaker Village Explorer Summer Camp! Summer camp can be one of the most valuable experiences in a child’s life. Explorer Camp allows children ages 6-12 to learn new skills and make friends at one of the most spectacular National Historic Landmarks in the world.

During this one-week camp, trained staff will guide children through adventures in The Preserve, on The Farm, on the Kentucky River and throughout The Historic Centre. Register by April 1 to receive our early-bird discount!

Pricing: $235 per person
Register before April 1: $205 per person

Registration fee includes full-day programming throughout the week, two healthy snacks per day (one AM, one PM: granola bar, cheese stick, piece of fruit, etc.) Shaker Village water bottle, and free annual family membership ($125 value - begins after camp attendance). Campers must bring their own, non-perishable sack lunch.
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Trick or Treat

Date: October 25, 2019 - October 26, 2019

Time: 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Trick or Treat

October 25 + 26 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Bring the kids for a fun and spooky evening along the Village road gathering treats (and maybe even a trick or two)!

Take a complimentary hay ride, enjoy live music, food + drink, and warm up by the bonfires. Make a kids’ craft in-between candy stops and take part in our selfie station costume contest!

Pricing:

$5 - Ages 3 +
Free - Ages 2 and under

Complimentary Tickets for Annual Passholders

Pre-Sale has now ended.....

Day-of Tickets Available each Night!

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This program is for guests of all ages. Your ticket includes entry into the event and admission for Shaker Village tours and exhibits. Participants ages 17 and under must be accompanied by a paid adult.

Daily Adventures

Date: January 6, 2020 - February 27, 2020

Time: 10:41 am to 5:41 pm

Daily Adventures

Recurring Event

Tours, Guided Tours, Artifacts, Collections, Museum

Ducks, tours, farm programs, poultry, farm animals

Historic Tours, Historic Village, Family Fun, Tour Guide

Shaker Music, Tours, Historic Program, Meeting House

Admission to Shaker Village grants you full access to The Historic Centre, The Farm and The Preserve, with a full day of self-guided and staff-led tours, talks, hands-on activities, farm experiences and more. Visit seasonal exhibits, tour historic buildings and hike over 30 miles of nature trails.

Sunday – Thursday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Friday + Saturday: 10 AM – 8 PM

$14 Ages 13+
$7 Ages 6-12
Free 5 and Under

Visit the Welcome Center to purchase admission tickets.

In January and February Historic Village Tours, providing an introduction to Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, are offered on demand at our Welcome Center. Additional, scheduled programs include:

Program	Day	Time
Experience The Farm	Everyday	10:30 AM
Shaker Music	Everyday	11:00 AM
Buildings + Beliefs	Everyday	12:00 PM
African American Experiences at Pleasant Hill	Fri + Sat	1:00 PM
Top to Bottom: The Centre Family Dwelling	Everyday	1:30 PM
Shaker Music	Everyday	2:00 PM
Shaker Herbs: A Winter Tea Tasting	Everyday	2:30 PM
Objects + Stories: A Shaker Table	Everyday	3:00 PM
Helpful Hooves	Everyday	3:30 PM
Swept Away: Shaker Innovations	Fri + Sat	4:00 PM
Poultry Parade: Bedtime for the Ducks	Everyday	4:30 PM
Behind Closed Doors	Fri + Sat	5:30 PM
Stargazing Night Walk	Fri + Sat	7:00 PM

* 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!

Daily Adventures

Date: December 2, 2019 - January 5, 2020

Time: 10:41 am to 5:41 pm

Daily Adventures

Recurring Event

Sunday – Thursday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Friday + Saturday: 10 AM – 8 PM

$14 Ages 13+
$7 Ages 6-12
Free 5 and Under

Visit the Welcome Center to purchase admission tickets.

In January and February Historic Village Tours, providing an introduction to Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, are offered on demand at our Welcome Center. Additional, scheduled programs include:

Program	Day	Time
Experience The Farm	Everyday	10:30 AM
Shaker Music	Everyday	11:00 AM
Buildings + Beliefs	Everyday	12:00 PM
African American Experiences at Pleasant Hill	Fri + Sat	1:00 PM
Top to Bottom: The Centre Family Dwelling	Everyday	1:30 PM
Shaker Music	Everyday	2:00 PM
Shaker Herbs: A Winter Tea Tasting	Everyday	2:30 PM
Objects + Stories: A Shaker Table	Everyday	3:00 PM
Helpful Hooves	Everyday	3:30 PM
Swept Away: Shaker Innovations	Fri + Sat	4:00 PM
Poultry Parade: Bedtime for the Ducks	Everyday	4:30 PM
Behind Closed Doors	Fri + Sat	5:30 PM
Stargazing Night Walk	Fri + Sat	7:00 PM

* 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!

Daily Adventures

Date: November 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019

Time: 10:41 am to 5:41 pm

Daily Adventures

Recurring Event

Admission to Shaker Village grants you full access to The Historic Centre, The Farm and The Preserve, with a full day of self-guided and staff-led tours, talks, hands-on activities, farm experiences and more. Visit the Artist Studios, hike the trails, check out the bird blind and stop in to see seasonal exhibits.

Sunday – Thursday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Friday + Saturday: 10 AM – 8 PM

$14 Ages 13+
$7 Ages 6-12
Free 5 and Under

Visit the Welcome Center to purchase admission tickets.

Please check back closer to your visit as tour times may change.

Program	Day	Time
Historic Village Tour	Every Day	10:00 AM
Experience the Farm	Everyday	10:30 AM
Buildings + Beliefs	Every Day	10:30 AM
Historic Village Tour	Every Day	11:00 AM
Shaker Music	Every Day	11:00 AM
Harvest Culture: A Fall Farm Tasting	Every Day	11:00 AM
A History of Hospitality	Every Day	11:00 AM
Historic Village Tour	Every Day	12:00 PM
Turnpike Animal Walk	Every Day	12:30 PM
Historic Village Tour	Every Day	1:00 PM
Threads of History: Shaker Fashion and Textiles	Every Day	1:00 PM
Seed Saving: Prepare Now, Harvest Later	Every Day	1:30 PM
Historic Village Tour	Every Day	2:00 PM
Shaker Music	Every Day	2:00 PM
Harvest Culture: A Fall Farm Tasting	Every Day	2:00 PM
Objects + Stories: A Shaker Desk	Everyday	2:30 PM
Historic Village Tour	Every Day	3:00 PM
Top to Bottom: Meeting House	Every Day	3:00 PM
Experience the Farm	Every Day	3:00 PM
Putting Food By: Preserving the Harvest	Everyday	3:30 PM
Historic Village Tour	Every Day	4:00 PM
Top to Bottom: Centre Family Dwelling	Every Day	4:00 PM
Poultry Parade: Bedtime for the Ducks	Every Day	4:30 PM
Historic Village Tour	Fri + Sat	5:00 PM
Civil War Walk	Fri + Sat	5:30 PM
Civil War Walk	Fri + Sat	7:00 PM

* 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!