Basic Weaving: Kentucky Berry Basket – Sold Out

Date: November 18, 2023

Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Basic Weaving: Kentucky Berry Basket

Saturday, November 18 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Take on the challenging project of making a Kentucky Berry Basket in a day! Learn the art of weaving using natural reed to make a basket that is perfect for storing odds and ends or for trips to the local farmer’s market.

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

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 reservations recommended to assure availability: call 859.734.5411.

This event is for guests ages 18 and up.

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

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

Behind the Scenes at the Museum

Date: March 26, 2023

Time: 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Behind the Scenes at the Museum

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.

Rugs

Sunday, March 26 | 2-3:30 p.m.

Shaker Village has the world's largest collection of Kentucky Shaker rugs and carpeting. Learn about the Shaker sisters’ robust textile industry in the 19th century and the beautiful rugs they created using recycled and reused materials. Discover some of the challenges in caring for historic textiles, and gain practical tips about textile preservation that can be applied to your own family heirlooms.

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

Sales Closed

Hymnals

Saturday, May 20 | 2-3:30 p.m.

Hymnody was a key part of Shaker life and musical composition was an approved outlet for members' creative expression. In all, the Shakers composed upwards of 10,000 songs. Explore original manuscript hymnals from the Pleasant Hill collection and learn about the Shakers' musical practices. Hear examples of lesser-known songs composed at Pleasant Hill performed by a Shaker Village Music Interpreter.

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

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Religion & Spirituality

Saturday, October 28 | 2-3:30 p.m.

Religious worship and spiritual practice was a central part of life for the Pleasant Hill Shakers. View items from the Shaker Village archival collection that relate to their spiritual beliefs and practices, including spiritual journals, theological tracts and membership records.

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

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Silk

Saturday, November 18 | 2-3:30 p.m.

Sericulture was an important part of the Pleasant Hill sisters' work, and they produced beautiful silk fabrics in vibrant colors. Learn the basics of silk cultivation, and view an assortment of garments and accessories that the Shakers produced from their silk.

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

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This program is for ages 16 and up. If under age 18 you must be accompanied by a paying adult. The program will feature a curated selection of artifacts from the Shaker Village collection that are not otherwise on display. Due to occupancy limits and space restraints in our collections storage facility, the program will be held in one of Shaker Village’s historic buildings. Food or drink, pens, and bags will not be permitted in the program venue.

Program fee includes one complimentary admission to Shaker Village and one voucher for 20% off dining at the Trustees’ Table (excluding alcoholic beverages). Dining reservation recommended: call 859.734.5411. All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Hand-Tied Brooms – Sold Out

Date: November 4, 2023

Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Hand-Tied Brooms

Saturday, November 4 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 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.

Annual Passholder: $65
Non-Annual Passholder: $75

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 reservations recommended to assure availability: call 859.734.5411.

This program 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.

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

Candle Making – Sold Out

Date: October 14, 2023

Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Candle Making

Saturday, October 14 | 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 beeswax and poured, 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: $55

Sold Out

This workshop is for ages 18 and up.

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 reservations recommended: call 859.734.5411.

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. For additional questions call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected].

Herbs for Home & Health

Date: October 7, 2023

Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Herbs for Home and Health

Saturday, October 7 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

The Shakers grew, prepared and sold herbs for many purposes across the country. Learn about varieties of herbs and how they can be used to make all natural products for your home and body.

This workshop includes discussion and demonstration of the basic steps for making environmentally green cleaners, teas and more. Make several of your own products to take home or give as gifts.

Price (includes a boxed lunch):
Annual Passholder: $45
Non-Annual Passholder: $55

Sales Closed

This event is for guests ages 16 and up. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Shaker Village is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. For additional questions call 859.734.5411 or email [email protected].

Monarch Butterfly Tagging

Date: September 30, 2023

Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

Monarch Butterfly Tagging

Saturday, September 30 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Each fall, hundreds of millions of monarch butterflies migrate from the United States to warmer regions in Mexico and California. The monarch migration is one of the world's greatest natural wonders, yet it is threatened by habitat loss.

Take an easy hike through The Preserve and learn how its wildflowers serve as an important habitat for butterflies and other essential pollinators, then help tag monarchs to track and monitor their annual migration. Along the way, discuss plants you can grow in your own yard to help save the monarchs.

Cost:
Annual Passholder: $25
Non-Annual Passholder: $35

Sales Closed

This event is recommended for ages 5+. If under 18, guests must be accompanied by a paying adult.

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

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