Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

Walking In Wildflowers

Date: April 12, 2025
Time: 10:00 am  to  1:00 pm

2025 Walking in Wildflowers

Saturday, April 12 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Enjoy a guided walk along the Kentucky River Palisades to view spring ephemeral wildflowers in bloom. While the timing of specific blooms is hard to predict, be assured you will see signs of warmer weather around the corner.

Annual Passholder: $10
General Admission: $20

Please take a moment to review the information below before arriving to ensure you are prepared for discovery! Email [email protected] with any special considerations or questions, including allergies, physical limitations, etc.

For your comfort and safety, consider the location, weather, temperature and activity when planning your attire. Dress for comfort and be ready for exploration. Please check in at the Welcome Center 15 minutes prior to the activities’ scheduled start time.

This program is recommended for guests ages 16 and up. All minors must be accompanied by a paying adult.

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.

In Harmony-The Commonwealth Tour

Date: September 11, 2025
Time: 10:00 am  to  8:00 pm

"In Harmony-The Commonwealth Tour"

With the Louisville Orchestra

Thursday, September 11, 2025
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Join the Louisville Orchestra this September for the final leg of their 2025 In Harmony-The Commonwealth Tour! In their most ambitious stretch yet, they're bringing free concerts to new locations across Kentucky, including Shaker Village.

The tour highlights The Louisville Orchestra's commitment to making world-class music accessible to every corner of the Commonwealth. Along with evening concerts, they'll host impactful community events throughout the region, from school visits to workshops, creating meaningful connections through music. Stay tuned for exciting announcements about special programming at Shaker Village.

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The Kentucky In Harmony Tour is made possible through a partnership with the Kentucky General Assembly in conjunction with the Tourism, Arts, and Heritage Cabinet.

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

Night Hikes

Date: November 22, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm  to  10:00 pm

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owl prowl

Saturday, November 22 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Whoo's out on the Preserve tonight? Multiple different species of owls call Kentucky home, and Shaker Village's mixed woodland and prairie ecology is perfect habitat for these winged predators. We'll be using our senses as we search for these elusive creatures on this evening hike, listening closely to see if any owls are vocalizing nearby.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

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Owl Prowl is intended for ages 12+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

Additional Information:

All night hikes will take place outdoors, rain or shine. Participants will traverse gravel, grass, and dirt pathways on a 1.5-3.0 mile loop along Shaker Village's trails. Participants should be comfortable walking in low light/semi-dark conditions.

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.

Night Hikes

Date: October 31, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm  to  10:00 pm

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Going Batty!

Friday, October 31 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Bats are fascinating creatures and an essential part of our ecosystem, and yet they remain one of our most misunderstood mammals. Join us for a nighttime stroll through the fields and forests of Pleasant Hill as we dispel myths and learn about their habitat and food needs. We'll even have special acoustic "bat boxes" to listen in on the local bat population as they use ultrasonic squeaks to navigate their environment.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

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Going Batty! is intended for ages 8+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

Ektachrome Slide Film Nikon Scan

owl prowl

Saturday, November 22 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Whoo's out on the Preserve tonight? Multiple different species of owls call Kentucky home, and Shaker Village's mixed woodland and prairie ecology is perfect habitat for these winged predators. We'll be using our senses as we search for these elusive creatures on this evening hike, listening closely to see if any owls are vocalizing nearby.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

Register now


Owl Prowl is intended for ages 12+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

Additional Information:

All night hikes will take place outdoors, rain or shine. Participants will traverse gravel, grass, and dirt pathways on a 1.5-3.0 mile loop along Shaker Village's trails. Participants should be comfortable walking in low light/semi-dark conditions.

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.

Night Hikes

Date: August 30, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm  to  10:00 pm

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Going Batty!

Saturday, August 30 | 8:00-9:30 p.m.

Bats are fascinating creatures and an essential part of our ecosystem, and yet they remain one of our most misunderstood mammals. Join us for a nighttime stroll through the fields and forests of Pleasant Hill as we dispel myths and learn about their habitat and food needs. We'll even have special acoustic "bat boxes" to listen in on the local bat population as they use ultrasonic squeaks to navigate their environment.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

register now


Going Batty! is intended for ages 8+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

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harvest moon hike

Monday, October 6 | 7:30-9:00 p.m.

What better time to enjoy a nighttime hike than in the light of the full moon? Traditionally, the full moon that falls closest to the autumnal equinox has always been known as the "Harvest Moon" - a time for farmers to finish gathering their summer crops and begin preparing for winter. Rising just after sunset, and appearing particularly large and bright, this year's Harvest Moon, which is also a "supermoon," will be the perfect illumination for an evening stroll on the Preserve. Along the way, we'll share some harvest folklore and discuss the science behind supermoons.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

register now


The Harvest Moon Hike is intended for ages 5+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

bat

Going Batty!

Friday, October 31 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Bats are fascinating creatures and an essential part of our ecosystem, and yet they remain one of our most misunderstood mammals. Join us for a nighttime stroll through the fields and forests of Pleasant Hill as we dispel myths and learn about their habitat and food needs. We'll even have special acoustic "bat boxes" to listen in on the local bat population as they use ultrasonic squeaks to navigate their environment.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

register now


Going Batty! is intended for ages 8+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

Ektachrome Slide Film Nikon Scan

owl prowl

Saturday, November 22 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Whoo's out on the Preserve tonight? Multiple different species of owls call Kentucky home, and Shaker Village's mixed woodland and prairie ecology is perfect habitat for these winged predators. We'll be using our senses as we search for these elusive creatures on this evening hike, listening closely to see if any owls are vocalizing nearby.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

Register now


Owl Prowl is intended for ages 12+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

Additional Information:

All night hikes will take place outdoors, rain or shine. Participants will traverse gravel, grass, and dirt pathways on a 1.5-3.0 mile loop along Shaker Village's trails. Participants should be comfortable walking in low light/semi-dark conditions.

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.

Night Hikes

Date: July 5, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm  to  10:00 pm

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Five Night Hikes in 2025
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firefly hike

Saturday, July 5 | 8:30-10:00 p.m.

Fireflies are an iconic part of warm summer nights at Shaker Village. Join us for a twilight hike through some of the less-traveled portions of Pleasant Hill's Preserve as we enjoy a spectacular show from nature's fireworks. We'll also discuss some common "lightning bug" misconceptions and separate fact from fiction.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

register now


The Firefly Hike is intended for ages 12+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

bat

Going Batty!

Saturday, August 30 | 8:00-9:30 p.m.

Bats are fascinating creatures and an essential part of our ecosystem, and yet they remain one of our most misunderstood mammals. Join us for a nighttime stroll through the fields and forests of Pleasant Hill as we dispel myths and learn about their habitat and food needs. We'll even have special acoustic "bat boxes" to listen in on the local bat population as they use ultrasonic squeaks to navigate their environment.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

register now


Going Batty! is intended for ages 8+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

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harvest moon hike

Monday, October 6 | 7:30-9:00 p.m.

What better time to enjoy a nighttime hike than in the light of the full moon? Traditionally, the full moon that falls closest to the autumnal equinox has always been known as the "Harvest Moon" - a time for farmers to finish gathering their summer crops and begin preparing for winter. Rising just after sunset, and appearing particularly large and bright, this year's Harvest Moon, which is also a "supermoon," will be the perfect illumination for an evening stroll on the Preserve. Along the way, we'll share some harvest folklore and discuss the science behind supermoons.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

register now


The Harvest Moon Hike is intended for ages 5+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

bat

Going Batty!

Friday, October 31 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Bats are fascinating creatures and an essential part of our ecosystem, and yet they remain one of our most misunderstood mammals. Join us for a nighttime stroll through the fields and forests of Pleasant Hill as we dispel myths and learn about their habitat and food needs. We'll even have special acoustic "bat boxes" to listen in on the local bat population as they use ultrasonic squeaks to navigate their environment.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

register now


Going Batty! is intended for ages 8+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

Ektachrome Slide Film Nikon Scan

owl prowl

Saturday, November 22 | 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Whoo's out on the Preserve tonight? Multiple different species of owls call Kentucky home, and Shaker Village's mixed woodland and prairie ecology is perfect habitat for these winged predators. We'll be using our senses as we search for these elusive creatures on this evening hike, listening closely to see if any owls are vocalizing nearby.

Annual Passholder: $15
General Admission: $25

Register now


Owl Prowl is intended for ages 12+. All minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Tickets required for guests aged 5+.

Additional Information:

All night hikes will take place outdoors, rain or shine. Participants will traverse gravel, grass, and dirt pathways on a 1.5-3.0 mile loop along Shaker Village's trails. Participants should be comfortable walking in low light/semi-dark conditions.

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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