Geologic Walk Through Time

Date: March 25, 2023

Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Geologic Walk Through Time

Saturday, March 25 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Walk through millions of years of geologic time as you descend along the river road into the Kentucky River Palisades. Our guides will show how the geology of the region has shaped what we see above ground today.

Price:
Annual Passholder: $20
Non-Annual Passholder: $30

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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.

Minors must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Discovery Trek tickets will not be mailed in advance. Please check in at the Welcome Center 30 minutes prior to the activities’ scheduled start time. For additional information, please 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.

Archaeology Hike: Historic Centre

Date: March 18, 2023

Time: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

Archaeology Hike: Historic Centre

Saturday, March 18 | 1-2:30 p.m.

Archaeological excavations at Pleasant Hill have uncovered fascinating artifacts over the years! On this easy guided hike through the center of the Village, learn about some of these discoveries and explore how archaeology helps us understand more about the over 200 structures that no longer remain at Pleasant Hill.

Cost:
Annual Passholder: $20
Non-Annual Passholder: $30

Sales Closed

Ticket purchase 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.

Participants should check in with the tour leader at the Welcome Center at least 15 minutes prior to beginning of program.

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

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Basic Chair Taping – Footstool: Sold Out

Date: March 4, 2023

Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Basic Chair Taping - Footstool

Saturday, March 4 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The Shakers used a distinctive material for crafting seats — colorful, woven strips 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 you’ll walk away with a woven footstool in a color combination that’s uniquely yours. No experience necessary and all materials provided.

Pricing (includes box lunch)
Annual Passholder: $105
Non-Annual Passholder: $115

Sold Out

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 are recommended: call 859.734.5411.

Participants must be at least 18 years of age.

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

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Behind the Scenes at the Museum

Date: February 4, 2023

Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Behind the Scenes at the Museum

Five workshops in 2023

Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill preserves more than 5,000 artifacts associated with the Pleasant Hill Shakers. Go behind the scenes with Shaker Village’s curator in this series of workshops to explore highlights from this unique collection.

Boxes

Saturday, February 4 | 2-3:30 p.m.

Oval boxes are one of the most iconic items associated with the Shakers. Learn about their manufacture at specific Shaker communities and view unique examples from the Pleasant Hill collection. The Pleasant Hill Shakers also produced a number of other types of wooden boxes for the community's use, which will be explored as part of this program.