• Celebrate the 200th Birthday of the Round Stone Barn – August 2

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

    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!

  • Haunted Hancock Tour

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

    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 [...]

  • Herb Workshop:  All Things Lavender

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

    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 [...]

  • Twill Woven Waste Basket Workshop

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

    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 [...]

  • Farm-to-Table Dinner: September 12

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

    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.

  • Homeschool Day – September 17

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

    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! 

  • Herb Workshop:  Calendula and Mint

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

    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 [...]

  • Advanced Oval Box Making: Classic Oval Carriers

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

    Advanced Oval Boxmaking:  Classic Oval Carriers Date: Saturday-Sunday, September 26-27 (two-day workshop) Time: 10 am to 3 pm REGISTRATION FEE: $300/$270 members (includes all materials) Make a nesting set of oval carriers. Participants will hone their skills in crafting swallowtails and bending bands while also learning how to bend and attach the perfect handle for [...]

  • 28th Annual Country Fair: September 26th & 27th

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

    Spend the weekend celebrating what makes the Berkshires special: fine artisanship, local food, breathtaking beauty, outdoor activity, and family fun. This year’s fair includes live music, workshops and demonstrations, family activities, farm animals, a farmer’s market, craft beer, antique tractors, quilt show, and dozens of craft vendors.