Basic Basket Weaving: The Market Basket – Sold Out

Date: November 19, 2022

Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Basic Basket Weaving: The Market Basket

Saturday, November 19 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Take on the challenging project of making a market basket in a day! Learn the art of weaving using natural reed to make a basket that is perfect for shopping trips into town or to the local farmer’s market.

All necessary materials are provided. No experience necessary.

Price (Includes a boxed lunch):
Annual Passholder: $85
Non-Annual Passholder: $95

Sold Out!

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 reservation recommended to assure availability, 859.734.5411.

This event is for guests ages 18 and up.

Questions? Please email us at [email protected] or call 859.734.5411.

Fresh Food Adventure: Quail Dinner – Sold Out

Date: November 12, 2022

Time: 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Fresh Food Adventure: Quail Dinner

Saturday, November 12 | 6:30 pm

Enjoy a beautifully presented Kentucky quail dinner paired with a signature seasonal cocktail while learning how Shaker Village manages its preserve for Northern Bobwhite Quail. This unique dining experience is not to be missed!

Price: $89

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Each Fresh Food Adventure has an all-inclusive fixed dinner and spirits menu. Please communicate any special dietary restrictions in advance. Availability is limited and advanced registration and non-refundable prepayment required.

Additional Information:

Fresh Food Adventures are communal dining experiences, and guests should expect to share their table with other dining enthusiasts.

Parties wishing to sit together and guests with special dietary considerations should email [email protected] at least one week in advance to ensure accommodations.

Please follow on-site directional signage to event location and plan on checking in 15 minutes prior to the event start time. Event tickets will not be mailed in advance.

Extend your visit with an overnight stay! Attendees will receive a promotional code for a discounted room rate on select rooms for the night of the event.

For additional information, please call 859.734.5411.

Hand-Tied Brooms

Date: November 5, 2022

Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Hand-Tied Brooms

Saturday, November 5 | 10:00 am - 1:00 p.m. & 2-5:00 p.m.

Join us to learn a heritage craft that links us to a 200 year tradition of broom making at Pleasant Hill. In this workshop you will begin by making smaller brushes and progress to creating a Turkey Wing broom (a hand-tied variation of a traditional flat broom). Learn to wrap, tie and finish hand-made brooms just like the Shakers did.

All necessary materials are provided. No experience necessary and all levels are encouraged to join.

Cost:

Annual Passholder: $65
Non-Annual Passholder: $70

Tickets 10:00 a.m. - Sold Out

Tickets 2:00 p.m. - Sold Out

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 reservation recommended to assure availability, call 859.734.5411.

This program is for is for guests ages 16 and up. All 16 and 17 year old guests must be accompanied by a paid adult.

Questions? Please email us at [email protected] or call 859.734.5411.

Halloween Howl At The Moon Hike – Sold Out!

Date: October 29, 2022

Time: 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm

Halloween howl at the moon Hike

Saturday, October 29 | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Moon, night sky, harvest moon, full moon

Join us just before Halloween to explore the starry sky and October moon! 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 fun facts about the moon and its importance in our lives. Costumes are welcome, but no werewolves, please!

Cost:
Annual Passholder: $15
Non-Annual Passholder: $20

Sold Out!

All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Participants should be at the Welcome Center by 6:00 p.m. All guests should bring flashlights that they can use to assist them return to their vehicles or rooms at the conclusion of the evening.

Blacksmith Demonstration

Date: October 22, 2022

Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Pod's Forge Demonstration

Saturday, October 22 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

David Shadwick of Pod’s Forge is a master craftsman who makes the copper lanterns, brackets, wrought iron candle holders and boot scrapers that you see throughout Shaker Village.

Shadwick will bring his forge out to the Village and make nails in this fun, informative demonstration.

Participation is included with Admission to Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill. Call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information.

Candle Making – Sold Out

Date: October 8, 2022

Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Candle Making

Saturday, October 8 | 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Join us to learn the traditional art of candle making. During this workshop, we will make both dipped and scented candles using a blend of historic and modern methods.

All necessary materials are provided. No experience necessary and all levels are encouraged.

Pricing (includes box lunch):
Annual Passholder: $45
Non-Annual Passholder: $50

Sold Out!

This workshop is for ages 14 and up. If under age 18 you must be accompanied by a paying adult.

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