• Goat Yoga

    Goat Yoga 2026
    Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    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 [...]

  • Woven Willow Garden Obelisk

    Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    Woven Willow Garden Obelisk DATE: Saturday, June 27, 2026 TIME: 10 am to 5 pm REGISTRATION FEE:  $175/$155 for HSV members).   MATERIALS FEE: $25 payable directly to the instructor on the day of the workshop Do you have a special garden with climbing plants?  In this workshop, make a tall handwoven garden obelisk out of [...]

  • Blacksmithing 101 for 1 on 1

    Blacksmithing 101 for 1-on-1
    Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    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 [...]

  • Market or Harvest Basket

    Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    NEW OFFERING: Market or Harvest Basket Workshop DATE: Saturday, July 11, 2026 TIME: 10 am to 4 pm REGISTRATION FEE: $60/$54 for HSV members. Includes admission to the Village. MATERIALS FEE: $20 materials fee payable directly to the instructor on the day of the workshop. This basket is plenty big enough for the trip to [...]

  • Back Porch Concert and Cookout: The Nields – July 11

    Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    Back Porch Concert and Cookout Saturday, July 11 Bar opens and cookout begins at 5:30pm and serves all evening Concert begins at 6pm The Nields, a Massachusetts folk band featuring sisters Nerissa and Ketryna, delight audiences with their unparalleled blend of pop craftsmanship, folk sensibility, and influences of ‘60s classic rock and ‘90s alternative. Woodlife [...]

  • Haunted Hancock Tour

    Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    HAUNTED HANCOCK  Time: 8 pm An after-hours, spine-chilling evening of ghosts and mystery. Walk the dark paths of the village with an expert guide, hear tales of ghostly sightings, and discover the Shakers’ role in the spiritualist movement. Allow 90 minutes. Tours are recommended for anyone over the age of 12. Tour covers about 1/4 [...]

  • Broom Workshop: Hearth Broom

    Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    Broom Workshop:  Short Wooden Handled Hearth Broom DATE: Saturday, July 18, 2026 TIME: 10 am to 1pm REGISTRATION FEE: $70/$63 for HSV members; all materials included. Includes admission to the Village This delightful wooden handled broom is a fun mid-size broom that has multiple uses. You will make a short handled broom with a finished [...]

  • Advanced Oval Box Making: Tall Boxes #4 & #5

    Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    Advanced Oval Boxmaking: Tall Boxes (#4 & #5) Date: Saturday-Sunday, July 18-19, 2026 (two-day workshop) Time:  10 am to 3 pm REGISTRATION FEE: $300/$270 members (includes all materials) Participants will hone their skills in crafting swallowtails and bending bands while making taller, larger oval boxes (sizes 4 & 5).  This workshop is a great next [...]

  • The Golden Hour Garden Party: July 23

    Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    There’s something magical about the light in the Berkshires as the sun begins to set. Stroll through the Village, visit the barn, hike the Farm & Garden trail, and soak up the golden hour views while enjoying farm-to-table cocktails & hors d’oeuvres from Chef Kevin Kelly, founder of After Hours, a community minded pop-up restaurant.

  • Summer Gala: August 1

    Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United States

    Join us for the not-to-be-missed summer event in the Berkshires. Stroll through the Village and enjoy a magical evening, when rolling hills meet a stunning sunset off the Round Stone Barn, and cocktails and music in the garden are followed by dinner and a night full of stars.