Shaker Discovery Tours

Join us for a personalized view of the Shaker world on a one-hour tour led by experienced Village staff. Tours are offered each Wednesday at 10 am from June 21 to October 25.

The topic for August 16 is textiles. Hancock Shakers were experts at producing their own textiles: from raising sheep and growing flax to processing the materials to spinning threads and weaving fabric. They also had clever ways to launder it all! This tour will visit the gardens, the sheep, the Sisters’ Dairy and Weave Shop, the Brick Dwelling, and the Laundry and Machine Shop.

Pre-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.