Recognizing the 200th birthday of the iconic Round Stone Barn, the Village will celebrate with live music, special performances, food and beverages, discovery tours, scavenger hunts & other kid friendly activities along with a very special birthday cake!
Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Monday, August 3, is Shaker design. This new offering will investigate Shaker design in a closer look at the architecture and objects at Hancock Shaker Village. The tour will focus on several signature [...]
The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee's Legacy Wednesday, August 5, 10:30 am This 90-minute guided tour explores the life and legacy of Shaker leader Ann Lee through the lens of The Testament of Ann Lee, a 2025 film by Mona Fastvold. Filmed in part at the Village, Testament is a wonderful entry point to [...]
Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Monday, August 10, is Shaker design. This new offering will investigate Shaker design in a closer look at the architecture and objects at Hancock Shaker Village. The tour will focus on several signature [...]
HAUNTED HANCOCK Time: 7 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 [...]
The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee's Legacy Friday, August 14, 10:30 am This 90-minute guided tour explores the life and legacy of Shaker leader Ann Lee through the lens of The Testament of Ann Lee, a 2025 film by Mona Fastvold. Filmed in part at the Village, Testament is a wonderful entry point to [...]
Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Monday, August 17, is Shaker design. This new offering will investigate Shaker design in a closer look at the architecture and objects at Hancock Shaker Village. The tour will focus on several signature [...]
The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee's Legacy Wednesday, August 19, 10:30 am This 90-minute guided tour explores the life and legacy of Shaker leader Ann Lee through the lens of The Testament of Ann Lee, a 2025 film by Mona Fastvold. Filmed in part at the Village, Testament is a wonderful entry point to [...]
DATE: Saturday, August 22, 2026 TIME: 10 am-12 pm REGISTRATION FEE: $60/$54 for HSV members; all materials and admission to the Village included. Explore the beauty and qualities of lavender as you create a variety of products—soap, body spray, lip conditioner, and syrup--and learn the many benefits of this classic herb. Participants will go home [...]
The brewers from Hot Plate Brewing bring their locally crafted beers to pair with a delicious BBQ dinner prepared by Just Kickin’ It Bar-B-Que. Discover the deep-rooted flavors of each beverage while savoring dinner in the Timber Frame overlooking the Village gardens. More about Hot Plate Brewing Co: Voted #3 Best New Brewery in USA [...]