Turkey Walk ‘n’ Talk: Nov 30
Gobble up nature and escape the hectic pace of Black Friday with a peaceful guided walk on our one-mile Farm & Forest Trail. The walk ends in the barnyard, where you can say hello to the farm animals.
Gobble up nature and escape the hectic pace of Black Friday with a peaceful guided walk on our one-mile Farm & Forest Trail. The walk ends in the barnyard, where you can say hello to the farm animals.
Immerse yourself in a beautiful environment. Breathe in the crisp autumn air, take in the stunning Berkshire vistas, enjoy the historic buildings and Shaker collection, and stroll through the Village.
Experience a memorable communal meal in the historical 1830 Brick Dwelling and dine where the Shakers ate their daily meals for over 100 years. Savor a delicious meal prepared by Woodlife Kitchen chef Peter Belmonte and soak up the history of the iconic building. Prior to dinner, enjoy a cocktail and a special Shaker music program performed in the Meeting Room of the Brick Dwelling.
Immerse yourself in a beautiful environment. Breathe in the crisp autumn air, take in the stunning Berkshire vistas, enjoy the historic buildings and Shaker collection, and stroll through the Village.
Make three woven ornaments perfect for the holidays, including an eight-pointed snowflake.
Hop aboard our wagon hayride and take your hour-long tour and get all the dirt about our farm from the farmers themselves. Learn about the history of the Shaker Village and farm including little known facts and secrets and pet the newest and cutest members of our family.
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.
Follow the wool from sheep to cloak with demonstrations of sheep shearing by champion shearer Fred DePaul. A woolly, wonderful weekend of family fun with all the baby animals.
The first Shaker Supper of the season will be held in the 1830 Brick Dwelling dining room where the Shakers enjoyed their communal meals. Local Berkshire Chef Kevin Kelly, Founder of After Hours GB, will provide a creative dining experience based on Shaker inspired recipes.
Learn basic blacksmithing skills at the Village’s coal-fired forge.