WORKSHOPS: Blacksmithing 101 for 1-on-1 with instructor Rick Ryer – September 13
Learn basic blacksmithing skills at the Village’s coal-fired forge.
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WORKSHOPS – Basketry and Other Weaving: Shaker Footstool – September 13
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesCelebrate the Shakers’ diverse weaving tradition in these workshops that explore techniques of basket making and Shaker seat weaving.
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Farm-to-Table Dinner: September 13 SOLD OUT!
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesEnjoy a magical evening set in the heirloom gardens in front of the Round Stone Barn!
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Shaker Discovery Tours
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesTake a deep dive into the Shaker world! Join us on a 90-minute Shaker Discovery Tour. Led by experienced Village staff, each tour focuses on a single subject—architecture, foodways, medicinal herbs, spirituality, and textiles—that illuminates the Shaker experience and legacy. The featured topic changes weekly; see the complete schedule below. Tours begin at 10 am. [...]
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Berkshire 25 Reception
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesThe Berkshire 25 Celebration Wednesday, September 17, 2025 5:30-7:30 Click here to get tickets > A highlight every year at Berkshire Magazine is The Berkshire 25, published in the Fall issue. That’s when 25 individuals are recognized and honored for their dedication to the community. These very special people work tirelessly and selflessly to make our Berkshires a [...]
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Homeschool Day
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesImmerse yourself in the City of Peace on this day specially designed for homeschool families. Homeschool discount of $3 on regular admission fees applies; library passes and members welcome. Children 12 and under are free. Pre-register here to receive a detailed schedule the week of September 15. SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES · 10:30 am: Who are the [...]
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WORKSHOP: Food Preservation – September 20
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesInspired by the Shakers, learn tips and techniques for preserving the food you grow or gather at harvest time.
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Forest Bathing
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesForest Bathing, also called shrinrin-yoku or Forest Therapy, is a research-based way of supporting health, happiness, and well-being. Unlike any other nature walk you may have experienced before, it is the practice of immersing oneself in nature through all of one's senses. This walk will take place on the Village’s accessible, one-mile Farm and Forest Trail and [...]
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WORKSHOPS: Timber Framing Sept 24-28
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesUsing 18th and 19th century tools and techniques, cut and raise a timber-framed building while honing skills in selecting and hand-hewing timbers.
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Annual Country Fair: September 27th & 28th
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesSpend the weekend celebrating what makes the Berkshires special: fine artisanship, local food, breathtaking beauty, exploring the trail, and family fun.
