Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

Owl Prowl

Date: July 22, 2023
Time: 9:00 pm  to  10:00 pm

Night Hike: Owl Prowl

Saturday, July 22 | 9-10:00 p.m.
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Owls are creatures that have fascinated humans for thousands of years. Hunting in our forests at night, owls are mysterious and rarely seen by human eyes.

Join us for an evening in the woods and learn all about these amazing animals. After dark, we will call—and listen—for owls in the surrounding trees!

Annual Passholder: $15
Non-Annual Passholder: $25

Sales Closed

Participants should meet at the Welcome Center by 8:30 p.m. All participants should bring flashlights to assist in returning to vehicles or rooms at the conclusion of the evening.

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.

Daily Adventures

Starts August 29, 2023 then every Tuesday until November 25, 2023
Time: 10:00 am  to  5:00 pm

Daily Adventures

Recurring Event
Tours, Guided Tours, Artifacts, Collections, Museum
Historic Tours, Historic Village, Family Fun, Tour Guide
Ducks, tours, farm programs, poultry, farm animals
Tours, guide, programs, historic tours.
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.

Exhibits are open: Tuesday – Sunday: 10 AM – 5 PM

$16 Ages 13-62
$12 Ages 63+
$8 Ages 6-12
Free 5 and Under

Visit the Welcome Center to purchase admission tickets.

Daily Admission includes access to all of Shaker Village's Educational Exhibits.

See Shaker Village in a whole new way, by downloading the FREE Shaker Village App. 

Program Day Time

Historic Village Tour

Everyday

10:00 AM

Top to Bottom: Centre Family Dwelling

Everyday

10:30 AM

Experience the Farm

Everyday

10:30 AM

Shaker Music

Everyday

11:00 AM

Lost Landscape: Archaeology at Pleasant Hill

Everyday

11:30 AM

Historic Village Tour

Everyday

12:00 PM

Historic Village Tour

Everyday

1:00 PM

Seed Saving

Everyday

1:30 PM

Shaker Music

Everyday

2:00 PM

Farm to Fiber

Everyday

2:30 PM

Historic Village Tour

Everyday

3:00 PM

Putting Food By: Preserving the Harvest

Everyday

3:30 PM

Farm Friends

Everyday

3:30 PM

Buildings and Beliefs

Everyday

4:00 PM

Historic Village Tour

Everyday

4:00 PM

Poultry Parade

Everyday

4:30 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!

Night Hike: Perseids Meteor Shower – Sold Out

Date: August 12, 2023
Time: 8:30 pm  to  10:00 pm

Night Hike: Perseids Meteor Shower

Saturday, August 12 | 8:30-10:00 p.m.
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The night sky and the cosmos have been a source of inspiration and amazement throughout human history. Join us for an evening at Pleasant Hill and explore the starry sky! On this gentle hike through the Preserve, take in the wonders of the prairie and forest at night while discovering some of the mysteries and curiosities of the universe. Along the way, we will observe constellations and learn about comets, meteors, and shooting stars. After the hike, spread out a quilt and take in the Perseids meteor shower!

Annual Passholder: $15
Non-Annual Passholder: $25

Sold Out

Participants should meet at the Welcome Center by 8:00 p.m. All participants should bring flashlights to assist in returning to vehicles or rooms at the conclusion of the evening.

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.

Daily Adventures

Date: May 29, 2023 - June 4, 2023
Time: 10:00 am  to  5:00 pm

Notice: Road closures along U.S. 68 will be in effect May 31 through the beginning of July.
Click through for alternate routes to Shaker Village.

Daily Adventures

Recurring Event
Tours, Guided Tours, Artifacts, Collections, Museum
Historic Tours, Historic Village, Family Fun, Tour Guide
Ducks, tours, farm programs, poultry, farm animals
Tours, guide, programs, historic tours.
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.

Exhibits are open: Sunday – Saturday: 10 AM – 5 PM

$16 Ages 13-62
$12 Ages 63+
$8 Ages 6-12
Free 5 and Under

Visit the Welcome Center to purchase admission tickets.

Daily Admission includes access to all of Shaker Village's Educational Exhibits.

See Shaker Village in a whole new way, by downloading the FREE Shaker Village App. 

Program Day Time

Historic Village Tour

Everyday

10:00 AM

Buildings and Beliefs

Everyday

10:30 AM

Experience the Farm

Everyday

10:30 AM

Shaker Music

Everyday

11:00 AM

Rock Fences

Everyday

11:30 AM

Historic Village Tour

Everyday

12:00 PM

Historic Village Tour

Everyday

1:00 PM

Taste of Fresh

Everyday

1:30 PM

Shaker Music

Everyday

2:00 PM

Shaker Troublemakers

Everyday

2:30 PM

Historic Village Tour

Everyday

3:00 PM

Herbs for Home & Health

Everyday

3:30 PM

Farm Friends

Everyday

3:30 PM

Preservation at Work

Everyday

4:00 PM

Poultry Parade

Everyday

4:30 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!

Night Hike: Buck Moon

Date: July 1, 2023
Time: 9:00 pm  to  10:30 pm

Notice: Road closures along U.S. 68 will be in effect May 31 through the beginning of July.
Click through for alternate routes to Shaker Village.

Night Hike: Buck Moon

Saturday, July 1 | 9-10:30 p.m.
Moon, night sky, harvest moon, full moon

Why is it called a Buck Moon?

Normally, this is the time of year when male deer grow new antlers!

The night sky and the cosmos have been a source of inspiration and amazement throughout human history. On this gentle hike through the Preserve, take in the wonders of the prairie and forest at night while discovering some of the mysteries and curiosities of the universe. Along the way, we will listen to the enchanting sounds of the night, observe the night sky, and learn fun facts about the moon!

Cost:
Annual Passholder: $15
Non-Annual Passholder: $25

Sales Closed

Participants should meet at the Welcome Center by 8:30 p.m. All participants should bring flashlights to assist in returning to vehicles or rooms at the conclusion of the evening.

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.

Night Hike: Strawberry Moon

Date: June 3, 2023
Time: 9:00 pm  to  10:30 pm

Notice:Notice: Road closures along U.S. 68 will be in effect May 31 through the beginning of July.
Click through for alternate routes to Shaker Village. 

Night Hike: Strawberry Moon

Saturday, June 3 | 9-10:30 p.m.
Moon, night sky, harvest moon, full moon

Why is it called a Strawberry Moon?

Traditionally, this month’s full moon signaled the time to harvest wild strawberries.

The night sky and the cosmos have been a source of inspiration and amazement throughout human history. On this gentle hike through the Preserve, take in the wonders of the prairie and forest at night while discovering some of the mysteries and curiosities of the universe. Along the way, we will listen to the enchanting sounds of the night, observe the night sky, and learn fun facts about the moon!

Cost:
Annual Passholder: $15
Non-Annual Passholder: $25

Sales Closed

Participants should meet at the Welcome Center by 8:30 p.m. All participants should bring flashlights to assist in returning to vehicles or rooms at the conclusion of the evening.

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.

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