Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

Exhibit Opening & Book Signing: Searching for Sister Mary

Date: March 24, 2023 - March 25, 2023
Time: 6:00 pm  to  5:00 pm

Searching for Sister Mary

Exhibit Grand Opening | Special Tours & Programs | Book Signing
Sister Mary Settles

Exhibit Grand Opening

Friday, March 24 | 6:00 p.m - 7:30 p.m.
Registration Closed

Sister Mary Settles passed away 100 years ago as the last Shaker at Pleasant Hill. In the century since her passing, most people have come to identify Sister Mary only as this society's last member, but who was she really?

Join us for the grand opening of the special exhibit, Searching for Sister Mary, and explore the life of Mary Settles as a Shaker, a mother, a teacher, a leader, a celebrity and a modern woman. We will be joined by Shaker scholars Dr. Carol Medlicott and Christian Goodwillie, who will be signing copies of their new book, This Chosen Pleasant Hill: Shakers of the Kentucky Bluegrass, now available for purchase.

  • "Searching for Sister Mary" is located on the 2nd floor of the Centre Family Dwelling, with access available by stairs.
  • Appetizers and beverages are included. Cash bar available.
  • Call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information.
Sister Mary Settles
This Chosen Pleasant Hill

Special Tours & Lecture

Saturday, March 25

In celebration of the first full day of Searching for Sister Mary being open to the public, Shaker Village will be hosting a variety of special tours and programs, included with daily admission and in addition to our other Daily Adventures.

  • 11:30 a.m. Exhibit Tour: Searching for Sister Mary
  • 12:30 p.m. Exhibit Tour: Searching for Sister Mary
  • 1:30 p.m. A Moveable Feast in Song & Story | Walking tour
  • 3:00 p.m. Un-Pleasant Hill: Richard McNemar vs. John Whitbey | Lecture in the 1820 Meeting House
  • 4:00 p.m. Exhibit Tour: Searching for Sister Mary

Program Details:

Exhibit Tour: Searching for Sister Mary: Join us in the 1824 Centre Family Dwelling for an exploration of the life and legacy of Sister Mary Settles. This 45-minute tour will take a deeper look into the story behind this renowned figure at Pleasant Hill, using features from our new exhibit to bring Mary's life into a new perspective.

A Moveable Feast in Song & Story: Authors Carol Medlicott and Christian Goodwillie will lead a walking tour through Pleasant Hill's Centre and East Families, drawing on their favorite stories and themes from their recently published book, This Chosen Pleasant Hill: Shakers of the Kentucky Bluegrass. Each stop will last roughly ten minutes, allowing for a story, song, and questions. Signed copies of This Chosen Pleasant Hill will be available for purchase. This tour will last approximately 90 minutes.

Un-Pleasant Hill: Richard McNemar vs. John Whitbey: Christian Goodwillie, author of Richard McNemar: Frontier Heretic and Shaker Apostle, will discuss Richard McNemar's pivotal role in managing the turmoil caused by the influence of Robert Owen's New Harmony, Indiana, community on Pleasant Hill in the late 1820s. The influence of John Whitbey, who eventually apostatized, was central to the tumult. Carol Medlicott will join Goodwillie at the end for a brief program of songs by McNemar and Whitbey, who each penned Shaker hymns of enduring value. Signed copies of Richard McNemar will be available for purchase.

  • "Searching for Sister Mary" is located on the 2nd floor of the Centre Family Dwelling, with access available by stairs.
  • Call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected] for more information.

The Winter Kitchen

Date: January 30, 2023 - February 26, 2023
Time: 8:00 am  to  8:00 pm

The Winter Kitchen

January 30-February 26, 2023 | Open Sunday-Saturday
Breakfast 8-10:00 a.m. | Lunch 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Dinner 5-8:00 p.m.
Eating in the WFD Cellar
West Family Dwelling
Gluten Free Menu

Dine with us in our cozy Winter Kitchen while The Trustees' Table undergoes annual maintenance and preservation updates.

Our Winter Kitchen, located in the cellar of the 1821 West Family Dwelling, will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Reservations are encouraged as seating will be more limited.

* Please note that the Winter Kitchen is accessible only via stairs. 

 

Winter Kitchen Breakfast Menu
8-10:00 a.m.

Biscuits & Gravy     11.50
Two Buttermilk Biscuits, Buttered, Griddled and Smothered in Sausage Gravy

Winter Kitchen Breakfast     11
Scrambled Eggs, Choice of Meat, Buttermilk Biscuit
Gluten Free Upon Request

Steel Cut Oats     9
Topped with Brown Sugar, Dried Cranberries & Toasted Almonds
Served with Fresh Cut Fruit

Greek Yogurt     9
Plain Greek Yogurt Topped with Granola
Served with Fresh Cut Fruit

Side Items
Buttermilk Biscuit 3
Bacon   3
Sausage   3
Scrambled Eggs  3
Fresh Cut Fruit  3.50
Toast  1.50
Bagel and Cream Cheese  3.50
Coffee  2
Juice  2.25

Winter Kitchen Lunch & Dinner Menu
Lunch 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Dinner 5-8:00 p.m.

Starters

Tomato Celery Soup     Cup 4 | Bowl 7

Chili     Cup 7 | Bowl 10
Shaker Ground Beef , Mild Cheddar Cheese, Sour Cream

Simple Salad     Half 10 | Full  13
Baby Greens, Cucumbers, Grape Tomatoes, Smoked Cheddar Cheese, Croutons, Choice of Sherry Vinaigrette or Ranch
Add Chicken 7

Entrées

Burgoo & Sour Cream Cornbread     16
Shaker Ground Beef & Lamb, Poached Chicken, Corn, Tomatoes, Cabbage, Black Eyed Peas

 Pot Roast     22
Braised Pot Roast, Mashed Potatoes, Sautéed Greens, Marsala Demi-Glace

Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie     16
Roasted Carrots, Mushrooms, Peas, Mashed Potatoes

Shaker Village Hot Brown     20
Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, Smoked Gouda Mornay, Applewood Bacon, Marinated Tomatoes

Grilled Cheese or Grilled Pimento Cheese     13
Served with Tomato Celery Soup

Dessert
Daily Selection Presented by Your Server

Meet-and-Greet Deacon The Farm Dog

Date: February 4, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm  to  2:00 pm

Meet-and-Greet Deacon The Farm Dog

Saturday, February 4, 2023 | Noon–2:00 p.m.
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Deacon the Farm Dog is turning four years old! Help him celebrate by visiting his favorite place - Shaker Village. Deacon and his farm friends will be waiting for you at the Farm Barn for a special meet-and-greet that the entire family can enjoy.

After meeting Deacon, go on a Deacon-themed scavenger hunt through the Village. You'll see all of Deacon's favorite places and learn more about being a working dog.

Deacon’s Farm Friends Fundraiser 

In lieu of chew toys and treats for his birthday Deacon is wishing for donations to help care for his farm animal friends. What can your donation do? A lot! Your gift will help purchase feed, cover veterinary care expenses and much more for the farm animals who call Shaker Village home.

Donate Now

As a non-profit organization, your generosity makes an impact. Thank you for your support.

For additional information, please call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected].

Stewardship Saturdays

Date: October 21, 2023
Time: 10:00 am  to  1:00 pm

Stewardship Saturday

Saturday, October 21, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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The Preserve at Shaker Village conserves and shares native prairies, woodlands, watersheds, fields, canebrakes and diverse wildlife—all perfectly framed by miles of hand-laid rock walls.

Each year, thousands of visitors hike, run and ride on nearly 40 miles of recreational trails that weave through The Preserve. Managing invasive species is not only important for ensuring a quality visitor experience, but also for protecting a diverse, and sometimes delicate, ecosystem.

We need your help to be good stewards!

If you are not adverse to a little hard work in the outdoors, join us as we battle erosion, clear invasive species and protect one of Central Kentucky's most popular outdoor spaces.

From March through October, for three hours on the third Saturday of each month, the Shaker Village Preserve Team will lead volunteer trail crews to help maintain the Village's trails.

Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Volunteers will use hand tools including shovels and loppers, and should wear leather work gloves and sturdy, closed-toe shoes or work boots.

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

Stewardship Saturdays

Date: September 16, 2023
Time: 10:00 am  to  1:00 pm

Stewardship Saturday

Saturday, September 16, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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The Preserve at Shaker Village conserves and shares native prairies, woodlands, watersheds, fields, canebrakes and diverse wildlife—all perfectly framed by miles of hand-laid rock walls.

Each year, thousands of visitors hike, run and ride on nearly 40 miles of recreational trails that weave through The Preserve. Managing invasive species is not only important for ensuring a quality visitor experience, but also for protecting a diverse, and sometimes delicate, ecosystem.

We need your help to be good stewards!

If you are not adverse to a little hard work in the outdoors, join us as we battle erosion, clear invasive species and protect one of Central Kentucky's most popular outdoor spaces.

From March through October, for three hours on the third Saturday of each month, the Shaker Village Preserve Team will lead volunteer trail crews to help maintain the Village's trails.

Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Volunteers will use hand tools including shovels and loppers, and should wear leather work gloves and sturdy, closed-toe shoes or work boots.

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

Stewardship Saturdays

Date: August 19, 2023
Time: 10:00 am  to  1:00 pm

Stewardship Saturday

Saturday, August 19, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Sign Up Here

The Preserve at Shaker Village conserves and shares native prairies, woodlands, watersheds, fields, canebrakes and diverse wildlife—all perfectly framed by miles of hand-laid rock walls.

Each year, thousands of visitors hike, run and ride on nearly 40 miles of recreational trails that weave through The Preserve. Managing invasive species is not only important for ensuring a quality visitor experience, but also for protecting a diverse, and sometimes delicate, ecosystem.

We need your help to be good stewards!

If you are not adverse to a little hard work in the outdoors, join us as we battle erosion, clear invasive species and protect one of Central Kentucky's most popular outdoor spaces.

From March through October, for three hours on the third Saturday of each month, the Shaker Village Preserve Team will lead volunteer trail crews to help maintain the Village's trails.

Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. Volunteers will use hand tools including shovels and loppers, and should wear leather work gloves and sturdy, closed-toe shoes or work boots.

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

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