WORKSHOPS – Basketry and Other Weaving: Woven Ornaments December 7
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesMake three woven ornaments perfect for the holidays, including an eight-pointed snowflake.
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Behind the Scenes Tour – Baby Animals
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesHop 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.
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Baby Animals: April 12th-May 4th
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesWelcome 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.
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Sheep Shearing Weekend: May 4
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesFollow 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.
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Shaker Supper: May 8
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesThe 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.
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WORKSHOPS: Blacksmithing 101 for 1-on-1 with instructor Rick Ryer – May 10
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesLearn basic blacksmithing skills at the Village’s coal-fired forge.
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WORKSHOPS – Oval Box Making, Beginner Boxmaking Sizes 0-3: May 17-18
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesExplore the construction of the iconic Shaker box in these two-day workshops.
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Shaker Supper: June 5
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesThe evening features Mary Ann Haagen, a Shaker scholar and musician who is actively engaged in the work of the Enfield Shaker Museum, giving a presentation focusing on Shaker music and food. Inspired by authentic Shaker recipes, the communal meal features meat and produce from our farm and other local resources prepared by Chef Peter Belmonte from Woodlife Kitchen.
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Goat Yoga: June 7
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesThere’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.
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WORKSHOPS – Basketry and Other Weaving: Utensil Basket – June 7
Hancock Shaker Village 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesCelebrate the Shakers’ diverse weaving tradition in these workshops that explore techniques of basket making and Shaker seat weaving.
