Shaker Discovery Tour: Woodworking
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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 October 4 is woodworking. The Shakers are known for their commitment to perfection in craft, especially woodworking. This tour will focus both on the process and product of fine Shaker woodworking by visiting workshops in the Brethren’s Shop and Tannery as well as collection objects in the Brick Dwelling. The tour will include a demonstration of the water turbine in 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.