Hancock Shaker Village

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 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,

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Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Friday, October 9, 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 buildings, including the Brick Dwelling, the Trustees’ Office & Store, and the Round Stone Barn. Pre-registration is required. Registration fee, which includes general admis

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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 for “graduates” of our beginners session or for anyone with oval box experience either at Hancock Shaker Village or elsewhere. Instructor: Bob Balcom RE

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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 coal-fired forge. Working alongside one of the Village’s experienced blacksmiths, learn to manage a coal forge fire; heat stock; form the stock

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Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Saturday, October 10, 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 Village gardens, the Brick Dwelling kitchen, the Sisters’ Dairy, the Ice House, and the Round Stone Barn. Pre-registration is required. Registration fee,

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Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Tuesday, October 13, 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 Village gardens, the Brick Dwelling kitchen, the Sisters’ Dairy, the Ice House, and the Round Stone Barn. Pre-registration is required. Registration fee,

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Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Wednesday, October 14, 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 buildings, including the Brick Dwelling, the Trustees’ Office & Store, and the Round Stone Barn. Pre-registration is required. Registration fee, which includes general a

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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,

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The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee’s Legacy Friday, October 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 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, th

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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.

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Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Monday, October 19, 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 Village gardens, the Brick Dwelling kitchen, the Sisters’ Dairy, the Ice House, and the Round Stone Barn. Pre-registration is required. Registration fee, w

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The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee’s Legacy Wednesday, October 21, 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 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,

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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

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Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Friday, October 23, 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 buildings, including the Brick Dwelling, the Trustees’ Office & Store, and the Round Stone Barn. Pre-registration is required. Registration fee, which includes general admi

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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

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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 whim

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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

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Broom Workshop: Spooktacular Broom! DATE: Sunday, October 25, 2026 TIME: 9:30 am-12 pm REGISTRATION FEE: $90/$81 for HSV members; includes all materials (except as noted below) and admission to the Village Prepare for the spooky season by making your very own Spooktacular broom. With instructor Robin Ziegler’s direction, you will create a seasonally appropriate broom in natural broomcorn with accents of colored broomcorn and decorative elements. Decorative elements include eucalyptus, broomcorn

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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

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The Real Testament: Behind-the-Scenes with Ann Lee’s Legacy Monday, October 26, 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 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, th

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Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a ninety-minute tour led by experienced Village staff. The topic for Tuesday, October 27, 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 Village gardens, the Brick Dwelling kitchen, the Sisters’ Dairy, the Ice House, and the Round Stone Barn. Pre-registration is required. Registration fee,

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