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Stewardship Saturdays

Date: January 18, 2025
Time: 10:00 am  to  1:00 pm

2025 Stewardship Saturday

Saturday, January 18, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Stewardship Saturday
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The Preserve at Shaker Village conserves and shares native prairies, woodlands, watersheds, fields, canebrakes and diverse wildlife—all perfectly framed by miles of hand-laid rock walls.

Each year, thousands of visitors hike, run and ride on nearly 40 miles of recreational trails that weave through The Preserve. Managing invasive species is not only important for ensuring a quality visitor experience, but also for protecting a diverse, and sometimes delicate, ecosystem.

We need your help to be good stewards!

If you are not adverse to a little hard work in the outdoors, join us as we battle erosion, clear invasive species and protect one of Central Kentucky's most popular outdoor spaces.

For three hours on the third Saturday of each month, the Shaker Village Preserve Team will lead volunteer trail crews to help maintain the Village's trails.

Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Volunteers will use hand tools including shovels and loppers, and should wear leather work gloves and sturdy, closed-toe shoes or work boots.

All volunteers are eligible to receive 20% off an overnight stay (available the Thursday - Sunday nights of your stewardship weekend). Use promo code SSW1 when reserving your room.

Volunteers will also receive a voucher for 20% off one meal at The Trustees' Table! Reservations are recommended: call 859.734.5411.

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

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Valentine’s Cookie Decorating Workshop

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 3:00 pm  to  5:00 pm

2025 Valentine's Cookie Decorating Workshop

Saturday, February 15, 2025 | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Are you looking for a unique experience to share with your special someone (or friends) this Valentine's Day?! Expert cookie designer Jillian Mora, owner of A Traveling Cupcake, is here to help!

In this two-hour class, you'll learn the basics of decorating pre-baked sugar cookies and receive Jillian's royal icing and cookie recipe, while enjoying a special Valentine's Day cocktail in one of Shaker Village's beautifully restored historic buildings. Everything you need is provided in the class, and each participant will receive personal instruction from Jillian.

You'll leave class with a great understanding of the basics of decorating sugar cookies, plus a few cool techniques you'll be sure to use for every special occasion. Most importantly, you'll have a lot of Valentine's Day fun!

Due to cocktail service, this workshop is intended for ages 21 and up.

Program fee includes one complimentary admission to Shaker Village and one voucher for 20% off dining at The Trustees' Table (excluding alcoholic beverages). Dining reservations recommended: call 850.734.5411.

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

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Hand-Tied Turkey Wing Brooms

Date: January 25, 2025
Time: 10:00 am  to  12:30 pm

2025 Hand-Tied Turkey Wing Brooms

Saturday, January 25, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Historically, the Pleasant Hill Shakers were known for their quality flat brooms, manufactured by the thousand and sold across the midwestern United States. In this workshop, we're returning to the folk art tradition of broommaking that originally inspired the Shakers, making our own hand-tied brooms without special machinery or equipment. Our "turkey wing" brooms, made of hemp cord and natural broomcorn, are as decorative as they are useful.

Annual Passholder: $45
General Admission: $50 

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No experience necessary. Guests should be aware that this workshop involves visual acuity, fine-motor control, and the ability to securely hold and grip materials. This workshop is recommended for ages 14+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. 

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

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Naughty at Night

Date: February 14, 2025 - February 15, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm  to  8:00 pm

2025 Naughty at Night

Friday, February 14 & Saturday, February 15, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., & 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Winter Kitchen Fire


Annual Passholder: $25
General Admission: $30 

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For the Shakers, temptation and sin lurked just around the corner! A plethora of rules governed all aspects of life in the community - from when brethren and sisters could meet socially to what foods were acceptable on the dinner table. We’ll take a special stroll through some of our historic buildings as we share stories about the naughtier side of life at Pleasant Hill, ending the evening with a Shaker Village signature cocktail and some light refreshments.

Would you have followed the rules? Or would you have been a naughty Shaker, too? Bring your sweetheart on this memorable Valentine's Day experience to find out!

Due to the inclusion of alcoholic beverages, this program is intended for participants aged 21+. This program will traverse approximately 0.5 mile of graveled, level terrain and will climb and descend several flights of stairs. Participants should be comfortable walking and navigating stairs in low light/semi-dark conditions. The program will proceed rain or shine, although the route may be modified in case of inclement weather.

This program deals with mature themes including addiction, intoxication, and sexuality; it is not suitable for young children.

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Hand-Tied Hawk Tail Brooms-Sold Out

Date: March 29, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm  to  5:00 pm

2025 Hand-Tied Hawk Tail Broom

Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Historically, the Pleasant Hill Shakers were known for their quality flat brooms, manufactured by the thousand and sold across the midwestern United States. In this workshop, we're returning to the craft tradition of broommaking that originally inspired the Shakers, making our own hand-tied brooms without special machinery or equipment. Our symmetrical "hawk tail" brooms are made of hemp cord and natural broomcorn, the same materials once used by the Shakers. We are then adding patterned, woven reed handles to our brooms, creating a beautiful piece of Shaker-inspired folk art.

Annual Passholder: $60
General Admission: $70 

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No experience necessary. Guests should be aware that this workshop involves visual acuity, fine-motor control, and the ability to securely hold and grip materials.

This program is recommended for ages 14+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. 

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

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Basic Chair Taping- Footstool

Date: March 22, 2025
Time: 10:00 am  to  4:00 pm

2025 Basic Chair Taping - Footstool

Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Chair Taping Footstool

Looking for more chair-taping opportunities?

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The Shakers used a distinctive material for crafting seats on chairs, footstools, and settees — colorful, woven strips of cotton or wool known as “tape” or “listing.” In this workshop you’ll get to learn the art of chair taping for yourself! We’ll use a mix of traditional and modern materials, and by the end of the afternoon you’ll walk away with a completed footstool.

Annual Passholder: $135
General Admission:
$150

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No experience necessary. This workshop is intended for participants aged 18+.

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

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Questions? Call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

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