Daily Adventures
Discover Programs for Learners of All Ages
Historic Village Tours are available at the top of the hour, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day.
Daily Admission includes access to all of Shaker Village's Educational Exhibits.
Program | Day | Time |
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Historic Village Tour |
Everyday |
10:00 AM |
Buildings & Beliefs |
Everyday |
10:30 AM |
Experience the Farm |
Everyday |
10:30 AM |
Historic Village Tour |
Everyday |
11:00 AM |
Shaker Music |
Everyday |
11:00 AM |
Historic Village Tour |
Everyday |
12:00 PM |
In Shaker Kitchens |
Everyday |
1:00 PM |
Historic Village Tour |
Everyday |
1:00 PM |
A Taste of Fresh - Summer Farm Tasting |
Everyday |
1:30 PM |
Historic Village Tour |
Everyday |
2:00 PM |
Shaker Music |
Everyday |
2:00 PM |
Objects & Stories: A Shaker Trunk |
Everyday |
2:30 PM |
Historic Village Tour |
Everyday |
3:00 PM |
Between Fences |
Everyday |
3:00 PM |
Farm Friends |
Everyday |
3:30 PM |
Historic Village Tour |
Everyday |
4:00 PM |
Poultry Parade |
Everyday |
4:30 PM |
Historic Village Tour |
Fri & Sat |
5:00 PM |
Enjoy a variety of activities and programs throughout the Village that change seasonally. See new exhibits about some of the most colorful Shakers, listen to a solo performance of a signature Shaker hymn and learn new skills at heritage craft workshops in The Historic Centre. Learn about our vegetable and herb gardens and pet a member of our farm family in The Farm. Venture into The Preserve and hike to one of our water features. And more! Visit our Events Calendar to see what else is happening at Shaker Village.
To start your adventure, visit the Welcome Center when you get here to purchase admission tickets and pickup a map.
A Day at Shaker Village
Admission to Shaker Village grants you access to a full day of discovery! Every day is filled with self-guided and staff-led tours, talks, special demonstrations, exhibitions, hands-on activities and more throughout The Historic Centre, The Farm and The Preserve. Scheduled experiences change daily based on the seasons and village at work projects.
Additional Experiences

Horse Drawn Wagon Rides
Friday - Sunday | May – October
$10 | Purchase at Welcome Center

Evening Hayrides
Friday - Saturday| September - October
$5 | Purchase at Welcome Center
Stay
The Inn
Named as a top hidden travel destination by BBC News! Rates from $110 per night. Choose from 72 guest rooms, suites and private cottages throughout 13 historic buildings. Inn guests receive complimentary admission.
Reservations 800.734.5611
Dine
The Trustees’ Table
Dine on traditional favorites and seasonal Kentucky dishes prepared with straight-from-the-garden ingredients. Reservations are suggested for all meals.
Breakfast 7:30-10:00 a.m.
Lunch 11:30a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Dinner 5-8:30 p.m.
Winter Hours
January 1 – March 31
Breakfast: 8-10:00 a.m.
Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Dinner: 5-8:00 p.m.
Reservations 859.734.5611
Shop
The Shops
Discover the perfect gift! Shop signature Shaker oval boxes, logo merchandise and seasonally-inspired gifts. Visit our onsite shops or shop online!