Timber Framing Workshop: A Traditional Approach Date: Wednesday-Sunday, September 23-27, 2026 (five-day workshop) Time: 9 am-5 pm Workshop Content Learn the traditional art of timber-framing in the beautiful setting of Hancock Shaker Village. During the five-day workshop, participants will cut, assemble, and raise a small timber-framed building using traditional hand tools. About the Instructors Neil [...]
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.
Saturday, September 26 Included in admission/free to members.
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.
Back Porch Concert: The Housie Shakers Sunday, September 27
Wildlife Walk on the Farm & Forest Trail Wednesday, September 30, 2026 9 am (note: walk begins before the Village opens) Free to HSV members; $20 for non-members (includes all-day admission to the Village, which opens at 10 am) Take a mid-week wander on the Village’s Farm and Forest Trail with naturalists Tim Case and [...]
The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee's Legacy Friday, October 2, 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 [...]
The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee's Legacy Wednesday, October 7, 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, October 10 (Other 2026 dates: May 9, June 13, July 11, August 8, September 12, 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 [...]
Advanced Oval Boxmaking: Large Boxes #6 & #7 Date: Saturday-Sunday, October 10-11, 2026 (two-day workshop) Time: 10 am to 4 pm REGISTRATION FEE: $300/$270 members (includes all materials) Participants will hone their skills in crafting swallowtails and bending bands while making larger oval boxes (sizes 6 & 7). This workshop is a great next step [...]