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 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information.
This week we’re extending an invitation for our Mercer County neighbors to enjoy Shaker Village, free of charge! Whether it has been 10 days or 10 years since your last visit, we’re excited to show you what’s happening just around the corner.
Mercer County residents with a valid ID may attend daily programs and exhibits at no cost. Admission to some attractions will be limited, and all guests must receive their complimentary passes at the Shaker Village Welcome Center upon arrival.
All adults must have valid ID demonstrating Mercer County residence to receive free admission. Children under age 18, accompanied by a qualifying adult, will also be extended free admission. Does not apply to group rates.
Call 859.734-5411 or email [email protected] for more information.
Roll up your sleeves and lend a hand to help maintain the beauty of Shaker Village! Shaker Village staff will lead small teams of volunteers on a variety of outdoor beautification projects, including painting, staining and cleaning.
Work projects will total approximately six hours of the day. For guests ages 18 and up. Space is limited.
All volunteers are eligible to receive 20% off an overnight stay (available the Thursday - Sunday nights of your volunteer weekend). Use promo code VMAR when reserving your room.
Volunteers will also receive a continental breakfast, box lunch and a voucher for 20% off one meal at the Trustees' Table! Reservations are recommended: call 859.734.5411.
For more information, please call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected].
Roll up your sleeves and lend a hand to help maintain the beauty of Shaker Village! Shaker Village staff will lead small teams of volunteers on a variety of outdoor beautification projects, including painting, staining and cleaning.
Work projects will total approximately six hours of the day. For guests ages 18 and up. Space is limited.
All volunteers are eligible to receive 20% off an overnight stay (available the Thursday - Sunday nights of your volunteer weekend). Use promo code VNOV when reserving your room.
Volunteers will also receive a continental breakfast, box lunch and a voucher for 20% off one meal at the Trustees' Table! Reservations are recommended: call 859.734.5411.
For more information, please call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected].
Explore perforated paper needlework – the art of doing embroidery on pre-punched paper sheets. This type of needlework was extremely popular for those living in the second half of the 1800s, and the Shakers were no exception. At Pleasant Hill, young sisters even created beautiful bookmarks to give as gifts to fellow community members.
Shaker needlework and cross stitch traditions will be discussed broadly; then, participants will take a close look at some original bookmarks and other embroidered materials from the Shaker Village collection. Due to their fragility, these items are seldom on display – this is a rare opportunity to view them. Participants will then begin on their own bookmarks. Participants will receive a kit with all necessary materials to create 2-3 bookmarks inspired by examples from the Shaker Village collection. No experience necessary and all levels encouraged.
Price:
Annual Passholder: $35
Non-Annual Passholder: $40
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 reservations recommended to assure availability: call 859.734.5411.
This workshop is for ages 16 and up. Participants under age 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. For additional questions call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected].
The Shaker celebration of Christmas has changed dramatically in the 200+ years the Shaker religion has existed in America. Together we will trace the evolution of Christmas celebrations in Shaker communities like Pleasant Hill and compare them to the contemporary interpretations of the holiday season.
Price:
Annual Passholder: $10
Non-Annual Passholder: $15
Attending a Candlelight Tour on Saturday includes admission to Illuminated Evenings.
The tour will begin outside of The Trustees' Office. For more information, call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected].
All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
