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SUMMARY:Baby Animals: April 18th-May 10th
DESCRIPTION: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.  To allow enough time for your visit\, please arrive at the Village between 11am-4:00pm. \nApril 18 to May 10\, 11am–4pm\nGeneral admission is $20 for adults\, $8 for youths ages 13-17 and children 12 and under are free. \nYou can pre-purchase general admission tickets below or buy them when you arrive.  NOTE: when pre-purchasing tickets\, you are not eligible for NARM\, Library Pass\, EBT\, AAA and certain other discounts.  Discounted tickets can be purchased on-site. \nWe also offer a very special BEHIND-THE-SCENES tour each day at 10am!   \nHop 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. The tour will take you to see the animals in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard where you’ll meet this year’s calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks.  After the tour\, you are welcome to re-visit the barn and explore the rest of the Village\, which opens to the general public at 11 am. Please note that only ONE tour will be given each day to a single group of up to 20 people. Tickets must be reserved in advance and sell-out fast. Tickets are non-refundable. \nBaby Animals is made possible with generous support from lead sponsor ROAM: an Xtina Parks Gallery. Additional sponsorship support provided by Guardian and The Red Lion Inn. \nBaby Animals Festival\nGeneral Admission\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/baby-animals-2026/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185255Z
UID:10007002-1777633200-1777651200@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour - Baby Animals
DESCRIPTION:BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS April 18 – May 10\, 10am Offered daily during Baby Animals. Hop aboard the hay wagon to start your hour-long tour with Farmer Billy and learn more about how the farm works.\nVisit with our newest arrivals of calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard before the public arrives. Special tickets are required and must be reserved in advance on our website. Hurry as this popular feature sells out quickly!\n \n10-11am daily \nBehind the Scenes Tour\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-26/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T164240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184828Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Animals: April 18th-May 10th
DESCRIPTION: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.  To allow enough time for your visit\, please arrive at the Village between 11am-4:00pm. \nApril 18 to May 10\, 11am–4pm\nGeneral admission is $20 for adults\, $8 for youths ages 13-17 and children 12 and under are free. \nYou can pre-purchase general admission tickets below or buy them when you arrive.  NOTE: when pre-purchasing tickets\, you are not eligible for NARM\, Library Pass\, EBT\, AAA and certain other discounts.  Discounted tickets can be purchased on-site. \nWe also offer a very special BEHIND-THE-SCENES tour each day at 10am!   \nHop 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. The tour will take you to see the animals in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard where you’ll meet this year’s calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks.  After the tour\, you are welcome to re-visit the barn and explore the rest of the Village\, which opens to the general public at 11 am. Please note that only ONE tour will be given each day to a single group of up to 20 people. Tickets must be reserved in advance and sell-out fast. Tickets are non-refundable. \nBaby Animals is made possible with generous support from lead sponsor ROAM: an Xtina Parks Gallery. Additional sponsorship support provided by Guardian and The Red Lion Inn. \nBaby Animals Festival\nGeneral Admission\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/baby-animals-2026/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185255Z
UID:10007003-1777719600-1777737600@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour - Baby Animals
DESCRIPTION:BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS April 18 – May 10\, 10am Offered daily during Baby Animals. Hop aboard the hay wagon to start your hour-long tour with Farmer Billy and learn more about how the farm works.\nVisit with our newest arrivals of calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard before the public arrives. Special tickets are required and must be reserved in advance on our website. Hurry as this popular feature sells out quickly!\n \n10-11am daily \nBehind the Scenes Tour\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-26/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260401T140815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T140815Z
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SUMMARY:Weaving Demonstrations with the Hudson-Mohawk Weavers' Guild
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 2 \nthroughout the day\, included in admission \nMembers of the Hudson-Mohawk Weavers’ Guild will be on hand in the Sisters’ Dairy and Weave Shop to provide hands-on instruction about the joys and challenges of weaving.  Drop-in to learn more about what goes into weaving a blanket or scarf and try it yourself! \n 
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/weaving-demonstrations-with-the-hudson-mohawk-weavers-guild/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T164240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184828Z
UID:10006981-1777806000-1777824000@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Baby Animals: April 18th-May 10th
DESCRIPTION: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.  To allow enough time for your visit\, please arrive at the Village between 11am-4:00pm. \nApril 18 to May 10\, 11am–4pm\nGeneral admission is $20 for adults\, $8 for youths ages 13-17 and children 12 and under are free. \nYou can pre-purchase general admission tickets below or buy them when you arrive.  NOTE: when pre-purchasing tickets\, you are not eligible for NARM\, Library Pass\, EBT\, AAA and certain other discounts.  Discounted tickets can be purchased on-site. \nWe also offer a very special BEHIND-THE-SCENES tour each day at 10am!   \nHop 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. The tour will take you to see the animals in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard where you’ll meet this year’s calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks.  After the tour\, you are welcome to re-visit the barn and explore the rest of the Village\, which opens to the general public at 11 am. Please note that only ONE tour will be given each day to a single group of up to 20 people. Tickets must be reserved in advance and sell-out fast. Tickets are non-refundable. \nBaby Animals is made possible with generous support from lead sponsor ROAM: an Xtina Parks Gallery. Additional sponsorship support provided by Guardian and The Red Lion Inn. \nBaby Animals Festival\nGeneral Admission\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/baby-animals-2026/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185255Z
UID:10007004-1777806000-1777824000@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour - Baby Animals
DESCRIPTION:BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS April 18 – May 10\, 10am Offered daily during Baby Animals. Hop aboard the hay wagon to start your hour-long tour with Farmer Billy and learn more about how the farm works.\nVisit with our newest arrivals of calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard before the public arrives. Special tickets are required and must be reserved in advance on our website. Hurry as this popular feature sells out quickly!\n \n10-11am daily \nBehind the Scenes Tour\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-26/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260413T131113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T131113Z
UID:10007438-1777806000-1777824000@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Spinning Demonstrations with the Berkshire Hills and Dales Spinners
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 3 \nthroughout the day\, included in admission \nThe Berkshire Hills and Dales Spinners return for their annual spring visit to the Sisters’ Dairy and Weave Shop.  Enjoy demonstrations of different techniques and tools and learn more about the joys and challenges of spinning wool and other fibers. \n 
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/spinning-demonstrations-with-the-berkshire-hills-and-dales-spinners/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260424T130452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T131040Z
UID:10007443-1777807800-1777813200@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:"A Fairy Went a-Marketing" and Other Nursery Rhymes:  Stories and Songs for Spring!
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 3\, 2026 \n11:30 am-1 pm (drop in any time in the Brick Ell of the Round Stone Barn) \nIncluded in admission \nJoin Berkshire Waldorf School teachers on the storytelling quilt to learn Spring songs\, finger games and a puppet story\, ‘A Fairy Went a-Marketing and Other Nursery Rhymes\,’ perfect for the season.  Drop in any time between 11:30 am and 1 pm.  You’ll find the program in the Brick Ell on the second floor of the Round Stone Barn.
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/a-fairy-went-a-marketing-and-other-nursery-rhymes-stories-and-songs-for-spring/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T164240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184828Z
UID:10006982-1777892400-1777910400@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Baby Animals: April 18th-May 10th
DESCRIPTION: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.  To allow enough time for your visit\, please arrive at the Village between 11am-4:00pm. \nApril 18 to May 10\, 11am–4pm\nGeneral admission is $20 for adults\, $8 for youths ages 13-17 and children 12 and under are free. \nYou can pre-purchase general admission tickets below or buy them when you arrive.  NOTE: when pre-purchasing tickets\, you are not eligible for NARM\, Library Pass\, EBT\, AAA and certain other discounts.  Discounted tickets can be purchased on-site. \nWe also offer a very special BEHIND-THE-SCENES tour each day at 10am!   \nHop 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. The tour will take you to see the animals in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard where you’ll meet this year’s calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks.  After the tour\, you are welcome to re-visit the barn and explore the rest of the Village\, which opens to the general public at 11 am. Please note that only ONE tour will be given each day to a single group of up to 20 people. Tickets must be reserved in advance and sell-out fast. Tickets are non-refundable. \nBaby Animals is made possible with generous support from lead sponsor ROAM: an Xtina Parks Gallery. Additional sponsorship support provided by Guardian and The Red Lion Inn. \nBaby Animals Festival\nGeneral Admission\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/baby-animals-2026/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185255Z
UID:10007005-1777892400-1777910400@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour - Baby Animals
DESCRIPTION:BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS April 18 – May 10\, 10am Offered daily during Baby Animals. Hop aboard the hay wagon to start your hour-long tour with Farmer Billy and learn more about how the farm works.\nVisit with our newest arrivals of calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard before the public arrives. Special tickets are required and must be reserved in advance on our website. Hurry as this popular feature sells out quickly!\n \n10-11am daily \nBehind the Scenes Tour\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-26/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hancockshakervillage.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/baby-pigs.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T164240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184828Z
UID:10006983-1777978800-1777996800@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Baby Animals: April 18th-May 10th
DESCRIPTION: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.  To allow enough time for your visit\, please arrive at the Village between 11am-4:00pm. \nApril 18 to May 10\, 11am–4pm\nGeneral admission is $20 for adults\, $8 for youths ages 13-17 and children 12 and under are free. \nYou can pre-purchase general admission tickets below or buy them when you arrive.  NOTE: when pre-purchasing tickets\, you are not eligible for NARM\, Library Pass\, EBT\, AAA and certain other discounts.  Discounted tickets can be purchased on-site. \nWe also offer a very special BEHIND-THE-SCENES tour each day at 10am!   \nHop 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. The tour will take you to see the animals in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard where you’ll meet this year’s calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks.  After the tour\, you are welcome to re-visit the barn and explore the rest of the Village\, which opens to the general public at 11 am. Please note that only ONE tour will be given each day to a single group of up to 20 people. Tickets must be reserved in advance and sell-out fast. Tickets are non-refundable. \nBaby Animals is made possible with generous support from lead sponsor ROAM: an Xtina Parks Gallery. Additional sponsorship support provided by Guardian and The Red Lion Inn. \nBaby Animals Festival\nGeneral Admission\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/baby-animals-2026/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185255Z
UID:10007006-1777978800-1777996800@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour - Baby Animals
DESCRIPTION:BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS April 18 – May 10\, 10am Offered daily during Baby Animals. Hop aboard the hay wagon to start your hour-long tour with Farmer Billy and learn more about how the farm works.\nVisit with our newest arrivals of calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard before the public arrives. Special tickets are required and must be reserved in advance on our website. Hurry as this popular feature sells out quickly!\n \n10-11am daily \nBehind the Scenes Tour\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-26/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T164240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184828Z
UID:10006984-1778065200-1778083200@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Baby Animals: April 18th-May 10th
DESCRIPTION: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.  To allow enough time for your visit\, please arrive at the Village between 11am-4:00pm. \nApril 18 to May 10\, 11am–4pm\nGeneral admission is $20 for adults\, $8 for youths ages 13-17 and children 12 and under are free. \nYou can pre-purchase general admission tickets below or buy them when you arrive.  NOTE: when pre-purchasing tickets\, you are not eligible for NARM\, Library Pass\, EBT\, AAA and certain other discounts.  Discounted tickets can be purchased on-site. \nWe also offer a very special BEHIND-THE-SCENES tour each day at 10am!   \nHop 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. The tour will take you to see the animals in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard where you’ll meet this year’s calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks.  After the tour\, you are welcome to re-visit the barn and explore the rest of the Village\, which opens to the general public at 11 am. Please note that only ONE tour will be given each day to a single group of up to 20 people. Tickets must be reserved in advance and sell-out fast. Tickets are non-refundable. \nBaby Animals is made possible with generous support from lead sponsor ROAM: an Xtina Parks Gallery. Additional sponsorship support provided by Guardian and The Red Lion Inn. \nBaby Animals Festival\nGeneral Admission\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/baby-animals-2026/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185255Z
UID:10007007-1778065200-1778083200@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour - Baby Animals
DESCRIPTION:BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS April 18 – May 10\, 10am Offered daily during Baby Animals. Hop aboard the hay wagon to start your hour-long tour with Farmer Billy and learn more about how the farm works.\nVisit with our newest arrivals of calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard before the public arrives. Special tickets are required and must be reserved in advance on our website. Hurry as this popular feature sells out quickly!\n \n10-11am daily \nBehind the Scenes Tour\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-26/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T164240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184828Z
UID:10006985-1778151600-1778169600@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Baby Animals: April 18th-May 10th
DESCRIPTION: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.  To allow enough time for your visit\, please arrive at the Village between 11am-4:00pm. \nApril 18 to May 10\, 11am–4pm\nGeneral admission is $20 for adults\, $8 for youths ages 13-17 and children 12 and under are free. \nYou can pre-purchase general admission tickets below or buy them when you arrive.  NOTE: when pre-purchasing tickets\, you are not eligible for NARM\, Library Pass\, EBT\, AAA and certain other discounts.  Discounted tickets can be purchased on-site. \nWe also offer a very special BEHIND-THE-SCENES tour each day at 10am!   \nHop 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. The tour will take you to see the animals in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard where you’ll meet this year’s calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks.  After the tour\, you are welcome to re-visit the barn and explore the rest of the Village\, which opens to the general public at 11 am. Please note that only ONE tour will be given each day to a single group of up to 20 people. Tickets must be reserved in advance and sell-out fast. Tickets are non-refundable. \nBaby Animals is made possible with generous support from lead sponsor ROAM: an Xtina Parks Gallery. Additional sponsorship support provided by Guardian and The Red Lion Inn. \nBaby Animals Festival\nGeneral Admission\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/baby-animals-2026/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185255Z
UID:10007008-1778151600-1778169600@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour - Baby Animals
DESCRIPTION:BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS April 18 – May 10\, 10am Offered daily during Baby Animals. Hop aboard the hay wagon to start your hour-long tour with Farmer Billy and learn more about how the farm works.\nVisit with our newest arrivals of calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard before the public arrives. Special tickets are required and must be reserved in advance on our website. Hurry as this popular feature sells out quickly!\n \n10-11am daily \nBehind the Scenes Tour\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-26/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T205746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T160017Z
UID:10007028-1778176800-1778184000@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Shaker Supper - May 7
DESCRIPTION:The first Shaker Supper of the season will be held in the 1830 Brick Dwelling dining room where the Shakers enjoyed their communal meals.  The evening features Ruth Burday and Denise Wright from our Education Department speaking about Ann Lee\, the founding leader of the Shaker movement and the experience of filming the movie\, “The Testament of Ann Lee” at the Village. \nChef Justin Carafotes\, founder of Handcrafted Catering & Events will share his vision behind the dinner which is based on Shaker inspired recipes. \nShaker Supper Menu for May 7:\nApple And Radicchio Salad – gorgonzola dolce\, walnuts\, saba \nSeared Center Cut Shaker Pork Chop – parsnip puree\, fennel\, celeriac\, radish & white balsamic \nSeasonal vegetarian options available upon request \nHoney Thyme Olive Oil Cake – fresh whipped High Lawn Farm cream & berries \nCoffee & Tea \nBuy Tickets
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/shaker-supper-may-7/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shaker Suppers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T164240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184828Z
UID:10006986-1778238000-1778256000@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Baby Animals: April 18th-May 10th
DESCRIPTION: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.  To allow enough time for your visit\, please arrive at the Village between 11am-4:00pm. \nApril 18 to May 10\, 11am–4pm\nGeneral admission is $20 for adults\, $8 for youths ages 13-17 and children 12 and under are free. \nYou can pre-purchase general admission tickets below or buy them when you arrive.  NOTE: when pre-purchasing tickets\, you are not eligible for NARM\, Library Pass\, EBT\, AAA and certain other discounts.  Discounted tickets can be purchased on-site. \nWe also offer a very special BEHIND-THE-SCENES tour each day at 10am!   \nHop 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. The tour will take you to see the animals in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard where you’ll meet this year’s calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks.  After the tour\, you are welcome to re-visit the barn and explore the rest of the Village\, which opens to the general public at 11 am. Please note that only ONE tour will be given each day to a single group of up to 20 people. Tickets must be reserved in advance and sell-out fast. Tickets are non-refundable. \nBaby Animals is made possible with generous support from lead sponsor ROAM: an Xtina Parks Gallery. Additional sponsorship support provided by Guardian and The Red Lion Inn. \nBaby Animals Festival\nGeneral Admission\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/baby-animals-2026/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185255Z
UID:10007009-1778238000-1778256000@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour - Baby Animals
DESCRIPTION:BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS April 18 – May 10\, 10am Offered daily during Baby Animals. Hop aboard the hay wagon to start your hour-long tour with Farmer Billy and learn more about how the farm works.\nVisit with our newest arrivals of calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard before the public arrives. Special tickets are required and must be reserved in advance on our website. Hurry as this popular feature sells out quickly!\n \n10-11am daily \nBehind the Scenes Tour\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-26/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260219T213828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T140038Z
UID:10006928-1778320800-1778328000@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Blacksmithing 101 for 1 on 1
DESCRIPTION:Blacksmithing 1-on-1 \nDATE: Saturday\, May 9 (Other 2026 dates: June 13\, July 11\, August 8\, September 12\, October 10\, November 14) \nTIME:  10 am to 12 pm \nREGISTRATION FEE:  $150/$135 for members. Includes Village admission. \nMATERIALS FEE: $20 (cash only) payable directly to the instructor  \nLearn basic blacksmithing skills in a private lesson at the Village’s coal-fired forge. Working alongside one of the Village’s experienced blacksmiths\, learn to manage a coal forge fire; heat stock; form the stock using tools such as hammers and anvils; and complete finish work (which includes operating an electric grinder). No previous experience required. New participants will make two J hooks. Returning students have the option of moving on to other projects (for example\, S hooks\, fireplace poker\, nails\, or a small basic knife). \nINSTRUCTOR: Rick Ryer  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/blacksmithing-101-for-1-on-1-2/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T164240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184828Z
UID:10006987-1778324400-1778342400@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Baby Animals: April 18th-May 10th
DESCRIPTION: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.  To allow enough time for your visit\, please arrive at the Village between 11am-4:00pm. \nApril 18 to May 10\, 11am–4pm\nGeneral admission is $20 for adults\, $8 for youths ages 13-17 and children 12 and under are free. \nYou can pre-purchase general admission tickets below or buy them when you arrive.  NOTE: when pre-purchasing tickets\, you are not eligible for NARM\, Library Pass\, EBT\, AAA and certain other discounts.  Discounted tickets can be purchased on-site. \nWe also offer a very special BEHIND-THE-SCENES tour each day at 10am!   \nHop 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. The tour will take you to see the animals in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard where you’ll meet this year’s calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks.  After the tour\, you are welcome to re-visit the barn and explore the rest of the Village\, which opens to the general public at 11 am. Please note that only ONE tour will be given each day to a single group of up to 20 people. Tickets must be reserved in advance and sell-out fast. Tickets are non-refundable. \nBaby Animals is made possible with generous support from lead sponsor ROAM: an Xtina Parks Gallery. Additional sponsorship support provided by Guardian and The Red Lion Inn. \nBaby Animals Festival\nGeneral Admission\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/baby-animals-2026/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185255Z
UID:10007010-1778324400-1778342400@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour - Baby Animals
DESCRIPTION:BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS April 18 – May 10\, 10am Offered daily during Baby Animals. Hop aboard the hay wagon to start your hour-long tour with Farmer Billy and learn more about how the farm works.\nVisit with our newest arrivals of calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard before the public arrives. Special tickets are required and must be reserved in advance on our website. Hurry as this popular feature sells out quickly!\n \n10-11am daily \nBehind the Scenes Tour\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-26/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T164240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184828Z
UID:10006988-1778410800-1778428800@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Baby Animals: April 18th-May 10th
DESCRIPTION: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.  To allow enough time for your visit\, please arrive at the Village between 11am-4:00pm. \nApril 18 to May 10\, 11am–4pm\nGeneral admission is $20 for adults\, $8 for youths ages 13-17 and children 12 and under are free. \nYou can pre-purchase general admission tickets below or buy them when you arrive.  NOTE: when pre-purchasing tickets\, you are not eligible for NARM\, Library Pass\, EBT\, AAA and certain other discounts.  Discounted tickets can be purchased on-site. \nWe also offer a very special BEHIND-THE-SCENES tour each day at 10am!   \nHop 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. The tour will take you to see the animals in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard where you’ll meet this year’s calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks.  After the tour\, you are welcome to re-visit the barn and explore the rest of the Village\, which opens to the general public at 11 am. Please note that only ONE tour will be given each day to a single group of up to 20 people. Tickets must be reserved in advance and sell-out fast. Tickets are non-refundable. \nBaby Animals is made possible with generous support from lead sponsor ROAM: an Xtina Parks Gallery. Additional sponsorship support provided by Guardian and The Red Lion Inn. \nBaby Animals Festival\nGeneral Admission\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/baby-animals-2026/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260309T173244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T185255Z
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SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Tour - Baby Animals
DESCRIPTION:BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS April 18 – May 10\, 10am Offered daily during Baby Animals. Hop aboard the hay wagon to start your hour-long tour with Farmer Billy and learn more about how the farm works.\nVisit with our newest arrivals of calves\, lambs\, kids\, piglets\, and chicks in the Round Stone Barn\, Dairy Ell\, and barnyard before the public arrives. Special tickets are required and must be reserved in advance on our website. Hurry as this popular feature sells out quickly!\n \n10-11am daily \nBehind the Scenes Tour\nPre-Purchase Tickets Below:\n\nApril 18\, 2026\nApril 19\, 2026\nApril 20\, 2026\nApril 21\, 2026\nApril 22\, 2026\nApril 23\, 2026\nApril 24\, 2026\nApril 25\, 2026\nApril 26\, 2026\nApril 27\, 2026\nApril 28\, 2026\nApril 29\, 2026\nApril 30\, 2026\nMay 1\, 2026\nMay 2\, 2026\nMay 3\, 2026\nMay 4\, 2026\nMay 5\, 2026\nMay 6\, 2026\nMay 7\, 2026\nMay 8\, 2026\nMay 9\, 2026\nMay 10\, 2026
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/behind-the-scenes-tour-26/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Baby Animals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260327T185100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T195355Z
UID:10007425-1778925600-1778931000@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Shaker Discovery Tour:  Ann Lee
DESCRIPTION:The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee’s Legacy \nSaturday\, May 16\, at 10 am \nThis 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 the origins\, beliefs\, and practices of the Shakers.  During the tour\, you will visit several locations used in the film– including the Brick Dwelling\, Sisters’ Dairy and Weave Shop\, the Round Stone Barn\, and the Laundry and Machine Shop—while you learn more about the Shakers’ commitment to celibacy\, communal living\, equality\, and more.  Note:  even if you haven’t seen the film\, you can still enjoy the tour! \nPre-registration is required. Registration fee\, which includes general admission to the Village\, is $40/adults\, $15/young people ages 6-17. 10% discount for HSV members. Not appropriate for children under 6. \nNOTE:  This tour begins before the Village opens to the general public. \nRegister here
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/shaker-discovery-tour/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shaker Discovery Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260330T194003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T210737Z
UID:10007431-1778925600-1778932800@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Terrarium Workshop featuring the Round Stone Barn!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16 \n10 am to 12 pm \nRegistration fee:  $60/$54 for HSV members (includes all materials and admission to the Village.) \nMake a terrarium that features the Village’s Round Stone Barn (200 years old this year!) With soil\, plants\, and other natural elements\, create an imaginative environment that celebrates this iconic building. Class includes live plants\, soil and all materials to create a round terrarium. Terrarium building can promote relaxation and ignite creative abilities! Great for all ages 6 and up. \nInstructor:  Caitlyn Tucker \nAdvanced registration required. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/terrarium-workshop-featuring-the-round-stone-barn/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260219T210548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T141359Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Oval Boxmaking
DESCRIPTION:Beginner Oval Boxmaking: Sizes 0-3 \nDate: Saturday-Sunday\, May 16-17 (two-day workshop) \nTime: 10 am to 3 pm \nREGISTRATION FEE: $300/$270 members (includes all materials) \nA great introduction to oval box making. Participants will hone their skills in crafting swallowtails and bending bands while making several different sizes of the iconic Shaker box.  No prior oval box experience is required for participants in this workshop. \nInstructor: Bob Balcom \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/beginner-oval-boxmaking/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T123000
DTSTAMP:20260619T074756
CREATED:20260521T210746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T210746Z
UID:10007444-1779879600-1779885000@hancockshakervillage.org
SUMMARY:Shaker Discovery Tour:  Ann Lee
DESCRIPTION:The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee’s Legacy \nWednesday\, May 27\, at 11 am \nThis 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 the origins\, beliefs\, and practices of the Shakers.  During the tour\, you will visit several locations used in the film– including the Brick Dwelling\, Sisters’ Dairy and Weave Shop\, the Round Stone Barn\, and the Laundry and Machine Shop—while you learn more about the Shakers’ commitment to celibacy\, communal living\, equality\, and more.  Note:  even if you haven’t seen the film\, you can still enjoy the tour! \nPre-registration is required. Registration fee\, which includes general admission to the Village\, is $40/adults\, $15/young people ages 6-17. 10% discount for HSV members. Not appropriate for children under 6. \nRegister here
URL:https://hancockshakervillage.org/calendar/shaker-discovery-tour-ann-lee/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shaker Discovery Tour
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