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Summer Savings

Summer Savings

Looking for fun cost-saving ways to explore Shaker Village this summer?
We’ve got you covered with activities and adventures that won’t break the bank.

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Fun For Free

  • Music on the Lawn – Every Friday and Saturday from 6:30-9:30 p.m. enjoy live music on the garden lawn. Gather around the fire pit and sip on a craft-made cocktail during this complimentary event. Check out more details here.
  • Hiking the Trails – Our 36-mile trail system allows users of all ages and skill levels to roam at their own pace from sunrise to sunset. Stop into the Welcome Center for a trail map or download one here.
  • Walking through History – The Village is a great place to get your steps in. Take a stroll on our paved loop where you’ll pass by farm animals, historic stone fences, original Shaker structures and a pond inhabited by fish and geese.
  • Plan a Picnic – Hangout by the pond or along the turnpike at one of our picnic tables. You can bring your own food and drinks or purchase grab-and-go food in our Post Office shop.
  • Free Admission for Active Military Families and Veterans – As a Blue Star Museum Shaker Village is proud to extend complimentary admission to members of the military all summer long.
  • Free Admission for Mercer County Residents – Every year we invite our Mercer County neighbors to enjoy a week of free admission to the Village. Residents with a valid ID can visit us for free July 4-10, 2022. Learn more here.

We love offering you complimentary ways to explore this historic site. Donations are ALWAYS welcome to help us maintain our trails and grounds. When you arrive at the front entrance you’ll be asked if you’d like to make an optional donation.

 

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Low Cost Experiences

  • Daily Adventures – A full day of self-guided and staff-led tours, exhibits, access to historic buildings and farm experiences. Check out the program schedule here.
    • Daily Admission Pricing: Free 5 and Under, $7 Ages 6-12, $14 Ages 13-61, $10 Ages 62+, $10 First Responders,                                        Free Active and Veteran Military
  • Horse Drawn Wagon Rides – Jump on board the wagon for a ride around the Historic Centre every Friday-Sunday. More details available here.
    • Pricing: Free 5 and Under, $10 Ages 6+
  • Family Fun Days – Join us on the second Saturday of every month for special kid-friendly activities plus 50% off on kid’s meals at The Trustees’ Table and 20% off kid’s merchandise in the Shops. Check out what July’s Family Fun Days has in store.
    • Included with Daily Admission Pricing: Free 5 and Under, $7 Ages 6-12, $14 Ages 13-61, $10 Ages 62+, $10 First Responders, Free Active and Veteran Military
  • Kids Science Saturdays – Kids will do hands-on activities like learning how to make their own tornado, telling time using a lemon and identifying rocks and minerals. Learn more here.
    • Included with Daily Admission Pricing: Free 5 and Under, $7 Ages 6-12, $14 Ages 13-61, $10 Ages 62+, $10 First Responders,            Free Active and Veteran Military
  • Artist Demonstrations – Every month on Saturdays artisans will demonstrate, display and sell their art. Demonstrations range from painting, weaving, blacksmithing, wooden bowl making and more! Check out the schedule here.
    • Included with Daily Admission Pricing: Free 5 and Under, $7 Ages 6-12, $14 Ages 13-61, $10 Ages 62+, $10 First Responders,            Free Active and Veteran Military
  • Shaker Landing Launch – Non-motorized vessels like canoes and kayaks can be launched from Shaker Landing onto the Kentucky River. Learn more here.
    • Pricing: $5 per vessel

Annual Passholders

An Annual Pass can help you save! We offer single, dual or family passes. They are designed to benefit frequent visitors with free daily admission, free access to signature events like the Craft Fair and Trick-or-Treat and special discounts. See more of what an Annual Pass can do for you here.

Savings You Can See

  • A $70 Single Pass pays for itself in five visits to the Village.
  • A $100 Dual Pass for two adults pays for itself in only four Village visits.
  • If you’re a family of four your $150 pass will pay for itself by your fourth visit to Shaker Village.

 

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