Welcome the arrival of Spring with our BABY ANIMALS FESTIVAL! Meet our newest farm babies – lambs, piglets, calves, chicks and kids (goats, that is)–and enjoy events and activities throughout the Village, from daily talks about the farm and the Shakers to craft demonstrations to walks along the Farm & Forest Trail. To allow enough time [...]
BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS April 18 – May 10, 10am Offered daily during Baby Animals. Hop aboard the hay wagon to start your hour-long tour with Farmer Billy and learn more about how the farm works. Visit with our newest arrivals of calves, lambs, kids, piglets, and chicks in the Round Stone Barn, Dairy Ell, [...]
Sunday, April 19, and Monday, April 20 Demonstrations throughout the day Included in admission/free to members. Visit website for details. Celebrate the arrival of spring with our merino sheep as they get their annual haircuts. Follow the wool from sheep to cloak with demonstrations of sheep shearing by champion shearer Fred DePaul. A woolly, wonderful [...]
Each Supper begins with a special program featuring a presentation from an expert interpreter of the Shakers, providing an opportunity for you to learn more about the fascinating ways the Shakers lived and thrived.
Blacksmithing 1-on-1 DATES: Saturdays in 2026: May 9, June 13, July 11, August 8, September 12, October 10, November 14 TIME: 10 am to 12 pm REGISTRATION FEE: $150/$135 for members. Includes Village admission. MATERIALS FEE: $20 (cash only) payable directly to the instructor Learn basic blacksmithing skills in a private lesson at the Village’s coal-fired [...]
Beginner Oval Boxmaking: Sizes 0-3 Date: Saturday-Sunday, May 16-17 (two-day workshop) Time: 10 am to 3 pm REGISTRATION FEE: $300/$270 members (includes all materials) A great introduction to oval box making. Participants will hone their skills in crafting swallowtails and bending bands while making several different sizes of the iconic Shaker box. No prior oval [...]
Each Supper begins with a special program featuring a presentation from an expert interpreter of the Shakers, providing an opportunity for you to learn more about the fascinating ways the Shakers lived and thrived.
Every Saturday at 10am June 6–September 5 There’s nothing like an inspiring outdoor yoga class (yes, with our goats). If you’ve never tried it, now’s the chance for a completely different yoga experience. Goats roam freely as you strike your poses with a certified yoga instructor. Bring a mat. All skill levels welcome. Graciously [...]
The brewers from Bright Ideas Brewing bring their locally crafted beers to pair with a delicious BBQ dinner prepared by Woodlife Kitchen Chef Peter Belmonte. Discover the deep-rooted flavors of each beverage while savoring dinner overlooking the gardens. It’s a great way to kick-off Father’s Day weekend!