The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee's Legacy Friday, September 11, 10:30 am This 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 [...]
Blacksmithing 1-on-1 DATES: Saturday, September 12 (Other 2026 dates: May 9, June 13, July 11, August 8, October 10, November 14) TIME: 10 am to 12 pm REGISTRATION FEE: $150/$135 for members. Includes Village admission. MATERIALS FEE: $20 (cash only) payable directly to the instructor Learn basic blacksmithing skills in a private lesson at the Village’s [...]
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 [...]
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.
Shaker Geology Walk Sunday, September 13 10-11:30 am Fee: none (NOTE: This walk does not include general admission to the Village. Admission to the Village can be purchased after the Walk.) This walk honors the 200th anniversary of the Round Stone Barn. Spend the morning exploring the rocks, stones, and landforms around historic Hancock Shaker [...]
Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Monday, September 14, is Shaker Food & Farming. In celebration of the Round Stone Barn's 200th anniversary (built in 1826), this tour examines the Shakers' extensive agricultural initiatives and innovations by visiting the [...]
The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee's Legacy Wednesday, September 16, 10:30 am This 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 [...]
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!
Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Friday, September 18, is Shaker design. This new offering will investigate Shaker design in a closer look at the architecture and objects at Hancock Shaker Village. The tour will focus on several signature [...]
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 [...]