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 [...]
NEW OFFERING: Twill Woven Waste Basket Workshop DATE: Saturday, September 12, 2026 TIME: 10 am to 3 pm REGISTRATION FEE: $50/$45 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 twill woven waste basket begins with a solid woven [...]
Celebrated Michelin-starred chef David Israelow, known for his elevated farm-to-table approach, creates a memorable dining experience set in the heirloom gardens in front of the Round Stone Barn.
Explore the Village with at-your-own-pace activities that complement your studies at home. Meet up with other homeschool friends—or make some new ones!
DATE: Saturday, September 19, 2026 TIME: 10 am-12 pm REGISTRATION FEE: $60/$54 for HSV members; all materials and admission to the Village included. Explore the benefits of two special plants—mint and calendula, both grown by the Shakers--as you create a variety of body care products. This is a hands-on herbal class where we will create [...]