Advanced Oval Box Making: Tall Boxes #4 & #5
2026-07-18 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Hancock Shaker Village, 1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
Advanced Oval Boxmaking: Tall Boxes (#4 & #5)
Date: Saturday-Sunday, July 18-19, 2026 (two-day workshop)
Time: 10 am to 3 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: $300/$270 members (includes all materials)
Participants will hone their skills in crafting swallowtails and bending bands while making taller, larger oval boxes (sizes 4 & 5). This workshop is a great next step for “graduates” of our beginners session or for anyone with oval box experience either at Hancock Shaker Village or elsewhere.
Instructor: Bob Balcom
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The Golden Hour Garden Party: July 23
2026-07-23 17:00 - 19:00
There’s something magical about the light in the Berkshires as the sun begins to set. Stroll through the Village, visit the barn, hike the Farm & Forest Trail, and soak up the golden hour views while enjoying a selection of wines from Dare Bottleshop and hors d’oeuvres from a local Berkshires chef. Between sips & bites, enjoy a short talk about the Shakers from a Village Interpreter.

Thursday, June 25, 5 – 7pm

Thursday, July 23, 5 – 7pm

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Summer Gala: August 1
2026-08-01 18:00 - 21:00
SUMMER GALA in the Village
Saturday, August 1, 6pm
Join us for the not-to-be missed summer event in the Berkshires. Stroll through the Village and enjoy a magical evening, when rolling hills meet a stunning sunset off the Round Stone Barn, and cocktails and music in the garden are followed by dinner and a night full of stars.
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Celebrate the 200th Birthday of the Round Stone Barn - August 2
2026-08-02 11:00 - 15:00
Sunday, August 2, 11am -3pm
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
2026-08-12 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-10-22 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-10-23 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-10-24 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-10-29 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-10-30 19:00 - 20:30
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 mile of property and includes walking on uneven terrain and climbing several flights of stairs.
Fee: $30/27 members.
Pre-registration required. REGISTER HERE

6th Annual Cider Maker's Celebration with Berkshire Cider Project - August 20
2026-08-20 18:00 - 20:30
6th Annual Cider Maker’s Celebration with Berkshire Cider Project
Thursday, August 20, 6pm
Berkshire Cider Project crafts exceptional small-batch ciders that blur the line between cider and wine – sparkling, nuanced, and rooted in place. For more than five years, they’ve transformed heirloom apples harvested from the Village’s historic orchard into a singular, limited-release hard cider, unveiled each August at the Village. This year marks the sixth annual cidermakers’ celebration, reimagined as a late-summer cocktail party in the orchard. A favorite annual event for lovers of craft beverages, great food, and local farming – one not miss! Save the date – more details to come.
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Herb Workshop: All Things Lavender
2026-08-22 10:00 - 12:00
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 with their samples and with recipes to make more at home! All materials will be provided for this hands-on workshop showcasing the amazing benefits of lavender.
Appropriate for ages 16 and up.
INSTRUCTOR: Caitlyn Tucker
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Twill Woven Waste Basket Workshop
2026-09-12 10:00 - 15:00
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 base. Then the twill pattern, woven in natural reed, continues up the sides. Optional staining or dying the basket, on your own, will be discussed. No experience needed, suitable for ages 14 and up.
Basket size: 8.5” tall by 9” diameter.
INSTRUCTOR: A basket maker since 1995, Sandy Salada weaves a variety of baskets, including patterns of her own design, patterns by other teachers, and reproductions of cultural and historical baskets. Sandy teaches in her home studio as well as at Shaker Heritage Society in Watervliet, New York, and at Hancock Shaker Village.
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Farm-to-Table Dinner: September 12
2026-09-12 18:00 - 20:30
Saturday, September 12, 6pm
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. Wines, craft beers, and artisanal ciders curated and served by Dare Bottleshop. Seating is limited for this very special Berkshire experience.
Many thanks to our media sponsor, the B Magazine.
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Homeschool Day - September 17
2026-09-17 10:00 - 15:00
Thursday, September 17, 10am-3pm
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
2026-09-19 10:00 - 12:00
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 herb-infused body care products and have the knowledge to re-create them at home.
Appropriate for ages 16 and up.
INSTRUCTOR: Caitlyn Tucker
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Advanced Oval Box Making: Classic Oval Carriers
2026-09-26 10:00 - 15:00
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 each carrier. Successful completion of an oval box workshop at Hancock Shaker Village or equivalent woodworking experience is required for participants in this workshop.
Instructor: Bob Balcom
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28th Annual Country Fair: September 26th & 27th
2026-09-26 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-27 10:00 - 17:00
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.

ANTIQUE CAR SHOW – Saturday, September 26
BACK PORCH CONCERT – THE HOUSIE SHAKERS – Sunday, September 27
TIMBER FRAMING WORKSHOP with instructors Dave Carlon and Neil Godden

Antique Car Show: Sept 26
2026-09-26 11:00 - 16:00
Saturday, September 26
Included in admission/free to members.

Back Porch Concert: The Housie Shakers – September 27
2026-09-27 13:00 - 14:30
Back Porch Concert: The Housie Shakers
Sunday, September 27

Shaker Supper - October 15
2026-10-15 18:00 - 20:00
Each Supper begins with a special program featuring a presentation from an expert interpreter of the Shakers, providing an opportunity for you to learn more about the fascinating ways the Shakers lived and thrived. Depending on the time of year, the dinners may be held in the 1830 Brick Dwelling or outside with a view of the gardens. Inspired by authentic Shaker recipes, each communal meal features meat and produce from our farm prepared by a local Berkshire chef.

Thursday, May 7, 6pm
Thursday, June 4, 6pm
Thursday, October 15, 6pm

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Pumpkin Extravaganza – Family Day at the Village: October 17
2026-10-17 11:00 - 15:00
HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN EXTRAVAGANZA AT THE VILLAGE
Saturday, October 17, 11am-3pm
Celebrate Halloween AND all things pumpkin. Wear your costume, trick-or-treat through the Village, meet Valerian the Garden Witch, decorate a pumpkin, and visit the Dwelling kitchen.

Tree of Life Wreath
2026-10-24 11:00 - 14:00
Tree of Life Wreath
DATE: Saturday, October 24, 2026
TIME: 11 am-2 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: $60/$54 (all materials included)
This special wreath—ideal for display inside your home–is inspired by the well-known Shaker gift drawing “The Tree of Life” by Hannah Cahoon. This gift drawing, along with more than 25 others, is part of the Hancock Shaker Village collection. The wreath is made with nautical rope and a wire frame. You will have a choice to make a natural-looking wreath with moss or a more whimsical one with reindeer moss and small red flowers.
INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Hapeman
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Broom Workshop: Hearth Broom
2026-10-25 13:00 - 16:00
Broom Workshop: Short Wooden Handled Hearth Broom
DATE: Sunday, October 25, 2026
TIME: 1-4 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: $70/$63 for HSV members; all materials included. Includes admission to the Village
This delightful wooden handled broom is a fun mid-size broom that has multiple uses. You will make a short handled broom with a finished smooth wooden handle and all natural broom corn. You will have your color choice of nylon string and a small bunch of either black or red broom corn to add a splash of color or mix into your broom.
In this workshop you will learn how to hand tie your broom to the handle, then how to sew the broom together. This broom is a very handy size for sweeping front porches and staircases and cleaning around furniture and hearths. Children love them, too. You can even decorate your front door with it for special occasions or simply display by your hearth.
INSTRUCTOR: Robin Ziegler
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Food Workshop: Celebrate the Cranberry
2026-11-14 10:00 - 12:30
Food Workshop: Celebrate the Cranberry
DATE: Saturday, November 14, 2026
TIME: 10 am-12:30 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: $50/$45 (HSV members). Includes Village admission and all materials.
With Thanksgiving on the horizon, it’s time to celebrate the cranberry. Hancock Shakers gathered cranberries in a bog near the North Family and kept them for use all winter long.
This year’s workshop will focus on pear-cranberry jam and/ apple cranberry compote just in time for you to plan your Thanksgiving menu. You’ll work in the Brick Dwelling Kitchen. Suitable for ages 14 and up.
INSTRUCTORS: Deb Smith & Julie Smith
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Advanced Oval Boxmaking: Holiday Ornament #00 Carrier
2026-11-14 10:00 - 15:00
NEW OFFERING: Advanced Oval Boxmaking: Holiday Ornament #00 Carrier
DATE: Saturday-Sunday, November 14-15 (two-day workshop)
TIME: 10 am to 3 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: $225/$200 members (includes all materials)
Participants will make 6 of these tiny ornaments, perfect gifts for the holidays. Successful completion of an oval box workshop at Hancock Shaker Village or equivalent woodworking experience is required for participants in this workshop.
INSTRUCTOR: Bob Balcom
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Woven Holiday Ornaments
2026-11-21 10:00 - 13:00
Woven Holiday Ornaments
DATE: Saturday, November 21, 2026
TIME: 10 am-1 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: $30/$27 for HSV members. Includes admission to the Village.
MATERIALS FEE: $25 materials fee payable directly to the instructor on the day of the workshop.
Participants will make three woven ornaments, perfect for the holidays. The ornaments include an eight-pointed snowflake; a puffy heart, woven in thin maple strips; and a reindeer woven in dyed reed.
INSTRUCTOR: A basket maker since 1995, Sandy Salada weaves a variety of baskets, including patterns of her own design, patterns by other teachers, and reproductions of cultural and historical baskets. Sandy teaches in her home studio as well as at Shaker Heritage Society in Watervliet, New York, and at Hancock Shaker Village.
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Kissing Ball, The Original Mistletoe
2026-11-21 14:00 - 17:00
Kissing Ball, The Original Mistletoe
DATE: Saturday, November 21, 2026
TIME: 2-5 pm
REGISTRATION FEE: $70/$63 for HSV members; all materials included.
Oh what fun it is to make…an outdoor decoration that lasts for weeks!! In this workshop you will learn the technique to make and decorate an evergreen ball that looks wonderful hung on a porch, hanging from a shepherd’s hook in your yard, or even hanging in your house. This is a great way to spend an afternoon with a friend and get in the holiday spirit. You don’t want to miss this class!
INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Hapeman
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Shop ‘n’ Sip: November 27
2026-11-27 11:00 - 16:00
Shop ‘n’ Sip
Friday, November 27, 11am-4pm
Avoid the crowds on Black Friday and enjoy the ease of shopping at Shaker Mercantile, a unique store celebrating the region’s best artisan makers and handcrafted gifts.
